Carrageenan
Carrageenan is a naturally occurring polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed.
Carrageenan forms a stable 3-D network to increase viscosity although there are three types of carrageenan, only Iota and Lambda types are recommended in oral suspensions
Carrageenan forms a stable 3-D network to increase viscosity although there are three types of carrageenan, only Iota and Lambda types are recommended in oral suspensions
Carrageenan
Carrageenan | |
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Primary function | Viscosifier |
Typical use level | 0.1 - 1.0% |
Benefits / Claims | Different grades can work in hot or cold processes Lambda carrageenan increases viscosity Works in a wide pH range 4-11 Good clarity, odourless, non-irritant and non-toxic Natural |
Suitable for | |