Carrageenans are a family of linear sulphated polysaccharides that are extracted from red edible seaweeds. They are widely used in the food industry, for their gelling, thickening and stabilizing properties. There are three main varieties of carrageenan namely Kappa, Iota and Lambda-carrageenan, which differ in their degree of sulphation.
Carrageenan is a vegan alternative to gelatin in some applications or may be used to replace gelatin in confectionery. Carrageenan at Nitin’s is a perfect blend of Carrageenans to achieve smooth, firm, elastic and uniform structure. It is a perfect product for any gelling application.