Carrageenan, Iota Type

Carrageenan, Iota Type is a sulfated polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed, commonly used as a gelling, thickening, and stabilizing agent in food, pharmaceutical, and laboratory applications. The iota type forms soft, elastic gels in the presence of calcium ions.

Key features and applications:

• Produces soft, elastic gels suitable for food products, encapsulation, and laboratory uses.
• Soluble in hot water and forms gels when cooled with appropriate cations (e.g., calcium).
• Ideal for microbiological media, plant tissue culture, and controlled-release formulations.
• Widely used in the food industry for dairy, desserts, and beverages as a stabilizer and thickener.

This iota-type carrageenan is valued for its unique gel texture and reliable performance in both laboratory and industrial applications.

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