Carrageenan Iota

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DESCRIPTION

Carrageenan Iota: Our Carrageenan Iota is a premium quality powder of European origin. It can be used to make soft elastic gels that are both freeze/thaw stable. It makes crystal clear gels and glazes and is perfect for topping mousses, cakes and flans. Carrageenan Iota gel strengthens in the presence of calcium, making it perfect for use in milk and dairy-based recipes, such as instant Creme Brulee. Suitable for Vegans, Vegetarians & Ovo-Lacto Vegetarians, Non-GMO, Gluten Free, Non-Irradiated.


  • Create soft elastic gels.
  • Create clear gels and glazes and encase liquids.
  • Create milk-based gels such as Pannacottas.
  • A vegetarian alternative to Gelatine.
  • Suitable for Vegans, Non-GMO, Gluten Free, Non-Irradiated.


How to use: Dosage Rates: 0.2% - 2.0%. Carrageenan forms into a gel with potassium and calcium salts. To make the gel, pour the powder into the water/solution. Heat up to 70°C until completely dissolved while constantly stirring. The gel forms as the solution cools. Ph Solubility: 4.5 - 10.


Storage Conditions: Store in dry, cool conditions and not in direct sunlight.


Ingredients: Carrageenan (E407).


Dietary Information: Suitable for Vegans, Vegetarians & Ovo-Lacto Vegetarians, Non-GMO, Gluten Free, Non-Irradiated.


Nutritional Information: Based on typical content/100g: Energy: 794.3kj/192.4kcal, Fat: 0.1g, Of which saturates: 0g, Carbohydrate: 24.8g, Of which sugars: 24.7g, Salt: 0.8g, Fibre: 46.5g.


Labelling according to UK & EU regulations.


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