Products Description
Carrageenan is a hydrophilic plant‑sourced colloid extracted from red seaweed, and it is recognized as one of the world’s three major industrial seaweed‑derived products. The material is commonly supplied in the form of white or pale‑yellow powder, and semi‑transparent flake‑type grades are also commercially available.
Products Chemical Properties
| density | 1.37 g/cm3 |
| FEMA | 2596 | IRISH MOSS EXTRACT |
| storage temp. | room temp |
| form | Powder |
| color | White to off-white |
| PH | 7.5-10.5 (1.5% in water) |
| Odor | odorless |
| biological source | algae (red) |
| LogP | -5.57 |
| IARC | 3 (Vol. 31, Sup 7) 1987 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Carrageenan (9000-07-1) |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | FI0700000 |
| HS Code | 13023911 |
| Hazardous Substances Data | 9000-07-1(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Products Application
Carrageenan features four core functional properties: gelling, thickening, stabilizing and suspending, which support its broad‑ranging applications in food as well as various industrial fields. As an approved food additive, food‑grade carrageenan is widely adopted in dairy goods, bakery sauces and other relevant food formulations. For non‑food segments, industrial‑grade carrageenan serves cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and other sectors to meet varied functional requirements from different industries.
Company Profile
Shandong Furuida Chemical Co., Ltd. is an internationally‑focused chemical trading enterprise situated in Shandong Province’s core chemical industrial zone. Backed by our own standardized manufacturing plants, we integrate production, quality control, cross‑border trade and global logistics, and possess independent production capacity as well as capabilities for overseas market expansion.
Our product portfolio covers basic chemical raw materials, fine chemical intermediates, chemical additives, and rubber and plastic raw materials. These materials are extensively used in rubber‑plastics, coatings, daily‑use chemicals, construction materials and textile industries. We deliver customized product solutions and comprehensive one‑stop foreign‑trade services, including customs clearance, logistics arrangement and after‑sales technical support. To address common industry challenges such as supply volatility, middle‑man price surcharges, inconsistent product quality and shipment delays, we operate on a factory‑direct supply model with transparent and stable pricing. Our end‑to‑end quality management system guarantees consistent and dependable product performance, while well‑established international logistics effectively reduces delivery lead‑times. Our market reach extends across Asia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and other regions worldwide. We supply high‑quality, cost‑competitive chemical raw materials and professional services to domestic and international chemical manufacturers, end‑processing facilities and cross‑border traders.
