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EAST CHEMSOURCES LIMITED

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Country: China (Mainland)

Business Type:Trading Company

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URL: http://www.eastchem-cn.com

Province/state: Shangdong

City: Qingdao

Street: No.1581-12,Jinshui Road, Licang, Qingdao,China

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CAS NO.11114-20-8

  • Min.Order: 10 Metric Ton
  • Payment Terms: L/C,T/T
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Keywords

  • ABC484
  • Aquagel MM 60
  • AubyGel MR 50

Quick Details

  • ProName: Carrageenan from factory East Chemsou...
  • CasNo: 11114-20-8
  • Molecular Formula: Unspecified
  • Appearance: White Powder
  • Application: Ideal adsorbent and desiccant,use for ...
  • DeliveryTime: In one weeks after receive the payment
  • PackAge: 40kg woven bags
  • Port: Any Port,China
  • ProductionCapacity: 100 Metric Ton/Day
  • Purity: 99
  • Storage: Shielded from light,dry and placement ...
  • Transportation: By sea
  • LimitNum: 10 Metric Ton
  • Grade: Industrial Grade

Superiority

Product: CarrageenanCAS No.: 11114-20-8Manufacturer: East ChemsourcesCore Advantage: Factory Direct Supply - Best Competitive PriceDocument Date: 2026.01.30Version: V1.0

1. Product Identification

Item Details
Chemical Name Carrageenan (Polysaccharide Sulfate from Red Seaweed)
Synonyms Carrageenin; Seaweed Gel; Red Algae Extract
Molecular Formula (C??H??O??S?)? (Variable molecular weight based on grade)
Molecular Weight 100,000 - 2,000,000 g/mol (Typical range)
Appearance Off-white to pale yellow free-flowing powder; Odorless

2. Physical and Chemical Properties

Property Typical Value Test Method
Solubility Soluble in hot water (≥60℃); Swells in cold water; Insoluble in ethanol, ether, oil Visual & Gravimetric
pH Value (1% Aqueous Solution, 25℃) 6.0 - 8.0 (Neutral grade); 3.5 - 5.5 (Acid-stable grade) pH Meter
Bulk Density 0.40 - 0.60 g/cm³ Pycnometer
Moisture Content (Max) See Technical Specifications below Loss on Drying (105℃, 4h)
Gel Strength Grade-dependent (see Section 3) Brookfield Gel Tester
Color (Gardner, Max) 8 Gardner Color Scale

3. Typical Technical Specifications (Factory Standard)

Customizable grades available (Kappa, Iota, Lambda, Blended) per customer requirements

Index Kappa Carrageenan (Food Grade) Iota Carrageenan (Food Grade) Lambda Carrageenan (Food Grade)
Moisture, % (Max) 12.0 12.0 12.0
Ash Content, % (Max) 30.0 30.0 35.0
Sulfate Content, % 15.0 - 20.0 20.0 - 25.0 25.0 - 30.0
Gel Strength (6% Soln, 25℃), g/cm² ≥800 ≥200 N/A (Non-gelling)
Viscosity (1% Soln, 75℃), cP 500 - 1500 300 - 1000 1000 - 3000
Heavy Metals (as Pb), ppm (Max) 10 10 10
Arsenic (As), ppm (Max) 3 3 3
Mercury (Hg), ppm (Max) 0.1 0.1 0.1
Microbiological Limits Meet FDA/EFSA/FCC Standards Meet FDA/EFSA/FCC Standards Meet FDA/EFSA/FCC Standards

4. Applications

Carrageenan is a high-performance natural hydrocolloid with thickening, gelling, stabilizing and emulsifying properties, widely used in:

  1. Food & Beverage Industry (Main Application): Dairy products (yogurt, ice cream, milk drinks), meat products (sausages, ham), seafood, jellies, sauces, canned foods, baked goods.
  2. Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Industry: Drug suspensions, topical gels, toothpaste, shampoos, lotions (stabilizer/thickener).
  3. Industrial Applications: Water-based paints, textile printing, paper coating (thickener).
  4. Feed Industry: Aquatic feed, livestock feed (binding agent).

5. Packaging and Storage

Packaging
  • Standard: 25 kg net weight in multi-layer kraft paper bags with PE inner liner (moisture-proof).
  • Custom packaging: 1kg/5kg/10kg aluminum foil bags available for small orders; FIBC bulk bags (500kg/1000kg) for large quantity.
Storage
  • Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse; Avoid direct sunlight, high temperature (≤30℃) and high humidity (≤65%).
  • Keep away from incompatible substances (strong acids, strong alkalis, oxidants).
  • Seal the package tightly after opening to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.
  • Shelf Life: 24 months from the date of production (when stored in original unopened packaging under recommended conditions).

6. Handling and Transportation

Handling
  • Wear protective gloves and dust mask during operation to avoid inhalation of dust and skin contact.
  • Avoid splashing into eyes; In case of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical advice if necessary.
  • Prevent dust accumulation to avoid dust explosion (non-flammable, low dust explosion risk).
Transportation
  • Non-hazardous chemical (not classified as dangerous goods per UN GHS, IMDG, IATA).
  • Transport by ordinary dry cargo transport means; Avoid rain, snow, moisture and mechanical damage during transportation.
  • No special transportation requirements for international sea/air/land shipping.

7. Supply Information

  • Manufacturer: East Chemsources (Factory direct supply, no middleman markup → best competitive price).
  • Supply Capacity: 1000 MT/month (stable mass production).
  • Lead Time: 3-7 working days for standard grades; 7-15 working days for customized grades (based on order quantity).
  • Certifications: FDA, FCC, EFSA, HALAL, KOSHER, ISO9001, ISO22000 (available upon request).
  • Sample: Free sample (500g-1kg) available for quality testing (customer bears freight cost).

8. Disclaimer

This Technical Data Sheet (TDS) is provided by East Chemsources for informational purposes only, based on our current knowledge and factory testing results. It is not intended to be a comprehensive safety or performance document, and does not constitute a warranty (express or implied) of any kind. The user is responsible for conducting their own tests to verify the suitability of the product for specific applications, and complying with all applicable local, national and international regulations for use, handling and disposal. East Chemsources shall not be liable for any damages resulting from improper use or application of the product.

  • Competitive offers with standard high quality or customize
    2. Available customizing blending of above 2 single products
    3. Prompt delivery within 2-3 weeks(1 weeks is available for ready stock)
    4. Well-trained and professional technologist and sales with rich experience in the field for 5-10 years
    5. Respond to inquires within 1 hour and 24hours' online service
    6. Free sample and correct shipping documents dispatched according to regulations of different countries
    7. Advise price trend accurately and help clients to make order decision
    8. Weekly update offers provided to every potential client
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Founded in 2008, we are a fully integrated enterprise specializing in the research, development and manufacturing of chemical products. Over the past 15 years+, leveraging continuous technological innovation and strategic talent acquisition, we have experienced robust growth and emerged as a modern, internationalized and diversified chemical conglomerate. Presently, our product portfolio spans four core categories – food additives, pharmaceutical raw materials, specialty chemicals and personal care ingredients – with a global footprint covering more than 80 countries and regions worldwide.

Since inception, we have steadfastly upheld our corporate tenet: "Integrity First, Quality Paramount". We are dedicated to fostering a customer-centric service philosophy, anchored in meeting client requirements, driving customer value creation and fulfilling client objectives. Guided by a forward-looking perspective and collaborative mindset, we strive to deliver sound financial returns, optimize market operations and build a distinguished, industry-leading brand.

Regardless of your project scale or scope of service requirements – spanning a single business segment, multiple domains or our full suite of capabilities – our unwavering commitment to delivering premium-quality outcomes remains consistent. We eagerly anticipate forging mutually beneficial partnerships with you

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