Sodium alginate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS No 9005-38-3; Natrii alginas; sodium alginicum

Definition
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Sodium alginate is the sodium salt of alginic acid. It is a yellowish powder that absorbs water at high humidity. Sodium alginate is slowly soluble in water and practically insoluble in ethanol and ether.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 401)

Emulsifier

Granulating liquid

Gelling agent

Dietetic food

Acidity regulator in the stomach

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Alginates; E 401; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (2)

Alginic acid; Food additives (overview);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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

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