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KAPPA Carrageenan (Firm Gel)

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It is a food additive based on a pure carrageenan, standardized to provide a uniform gel strength in water. Carrageenan (E 407) is a natural hydrocolloid extracted from red algae. It gels at 48 ºC and, once gelled, withstands temperatures up to 70 ºC. Transparent and firm. The gelling capacity is reduced in acid media.

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Ref. No.: 608706 Categories: , Weight: 500g
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan

Applications:

This gel can be used for thickening purees, napado products and hot gelatins. It can also be used to develop cooked meat products.

How to use

Indicative doses
Use 2-15 g/L

Dispersion
Dispersible when cold and totally soluble above 70ºC.
Insoluble in vegetable and mineral oils and organic solvents.

Dissolving
Pour the powder (previously mixed with the other dry ingredients) over the water, while stirring vigorously until completely dispersed.
Heat until completely dissolved (70 - 80ºC). Do not pour the liquid over the powder.
A transparent, firm, brittle, thermo-reversible gel forms.
Gelling occurs when the solution cools down. In an acidic medium the gelling capacity is reduced.

Ingredients

Carrageenan (E 407) (70 %), dextrose, potassium chloride (E 508).

Allergens

None.

Format

Polypropylene canister | net weight 500g

Nutritional information pper 100 g

  • Energy 701 kJ / 169.5 kcal
  • Fat 0,1 g
    • Saturated 0,0 g
  • Carbohydrates 23 g
    • Sugars 22.9 g
  • Fiber 38.5 g
  • Protein 0,0 g
  • Salt 0.87 g

Storage conditions

Shelf life of 2 years under the specified storage conditions. Store in tightly closed container in a cool, dry place.