Propylene Glycol Alginate

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• Product Name: Propylene Glycol Alginate
• CAS: 9005-37-2
• Catalog: HG-BULK040
• Applications: Food and Beverage Industry.

Alfa Chemistry offers propylene glycol alginate (PGA), a premium quality natural polysaccharide derived from brown algae and other seaweeds. Due to its excellent solubility in water and its ability to form gel-like solutions, PGA is widely used across multiple industries, especially the food and beverage sector.

Key Features

Water Solubility

• PGA dissolves easily in water to form a viscous gel.

Acid Resistance

• It remains stable in acidic environments (pH 3-5), allowing its use in acidic food products without loss of effectiveness.

Foam Stabilizer

• PGA has foam-stabilizing properties.

Technical Data

Items	Specification
Esterification degree	≥ 80%
Insoluble ash	≤ 1.0%
Loss on heating	≤ 20.0%
Arsenic	≤ 0.0002%
Heavy metals	≤ 0.002%
Lead	≤ 0.0005%

Applications

Alfa Chemistry's propylene glycol alginate is used extensively in the food and beverage industry. Key applications include:

Thickening Agent

• Ideal for soups, sauces, and gravies, PGA provides consistent texture and viscosity.

Emulsifier

• It aids in the creation of stable emulsions, making it a common ingredient in salad dressings, margarine, and mayonnaise.

Stabilizer

• Essential in the production of fruit juices, dairy products (such as yogurt and ice cream), and beverages to prevent phase separation.

Foam Stabilization

• Used in beer production to maintain foam integrity and in dairy beverages for stable textures.

Storage and Packaging

• Storage Conditions: Stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct light.
• Packaging: Supplied in 25 kg paper-plastic composite bags.

Alfa Chemistry's propylene glycol alginate is a high-quality, multi-functional additive, perfect for improving the texture, stability, and emulsification of food and beverage products. For more information, please feel free to contact us.