Carrageenans are polysaccharides which constitute the cell walls of various red algae (Rhodophyceae) belonging to Gigartinaceae, Hypneaceae, Furcellariaceae and Polyideaceae family.
carrageenan is a gelling agent with neutral taste which can be mixed with various ingredients to form transparent gels with very low concentration of it.
Carrageenans can be used as a thickening agent and stabilateur in food industry. Carrageenans can form gels in high temperature (70°C) and has an interest compared to traditional animal gelatin.
It disperses in cold water and solubibize in hot water (70°C)
This additive is a soluble vegetable fiber which does not provide calories.