Description – Carrageenans or carrageenins are a family of natural linear sulfated polysaccharides that are extracted from red edible seaweeds. Carrageenan may be found in a variety of foods, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products and dietary supplements.
Application – Carrageenan is an additive used to thicken, emulsify, and preserve foods and drinks. Dairy industry widely uses carrageenans for its gelling properties and freeze-thaw stability. Carrageenans are widely used in meat industry because of their water binding ability and in combination with other ingredients it helps to impart structural integrity and improve yield during production.
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