Agar-agar

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS No 9002-18-0

Definition
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Agar-agar is obtained from red algae and is authorised as a food additive for jams and marmalades, sweets, yoghurt and seasoning preparations, infusions and coatings for meat products.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 406)

Filler

Gelling agent

Thickener

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Incoming links (5)

Carrageenan; E 406; Food additives (overview); Galactans; Impression material;

Outgoing links (1)

Food additives, gelling agents (e-numbers 400 - 425);

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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