Calcium Alginate
Food Grade Stabilizer
Food Stabilizer

Calcium Alginate

Premium food grade natural stabilizer derived from brown seaweed. Our Calcium Alginate delivers exceptional gel formation and thickening properties, meeting strict food safety standards for optimal performance in various food applications.

  • Natural Hydrocolloid
  • E404 Approved Food Additive
  • Excellent Gel Formation
  • Texture Enhancement
  • Heat Stable
  • Food Safety Compliance
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Calcium Alginate
E Number: E404
CAS Number: 9005-35-0
Chemical Formula: (C₆H₁₀CaO₆)ₙ
Source: Brown seaweed (Algae)
Physical State: White to cream-colored powder
Solubility: Insoluble in water, forms gel
pH (1% slurry): 6.0-8.0
Gel Formation: Thermoreversible
Calcium Content: 6.5-9.5%
Loss on Drying: ≤15%
Packaging: 25kg fiber drums

Applications

Fruit Preserves
Dairy Products
Soups & Sauces
Bakery Products
Pharmaceutical Capsules
Beverages
Confectionery
Seafood Products
Plant-Based Foods
Gelling Agent
Cosmetic Gels
Health Foods

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized calcium alginate grades tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal gelling and stabilizing performance across diverse food and pharmaceutical formulations.

Food Grade (FCC)
Purity: ≥85% Heavy Metals: ≤40 ppm Arsenic: ≤3 ppm Application: Food gelling
Pharmaceutical Grade (USP)
Purity: ≥90% Microbial Limits: USP standards Endotoxins: ≤20 EU/g Application: Capsule shells
High Gel Strength
Gel Strength: >300g/cm² Calcium Content: 8-9% Setting Time: Fast Application: Jams, jellies
Cosmetic Grade
Purity: ≥95% Microbial Limits: Low Skin Safe: Tested Application: Face masks, gels

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Calcium Alginate is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards and regulatory requirements for consistent gelling and stabilizing performance.

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC & USP Grade Specifications
Consistent Gelling Properties
Advanced Purity Testing
Natural Seaweed Source
Thermoreversible Gels
Certificate of Analysis
Sustainable Sourcing

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade Calcium Alginate exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for food applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise gel-forming ability ensure reliable performance in demanding food processing and encapsulation applications.

Analytical Properties
Molecular Weight: 10,000-600,000 Da
Calcium Content: 10-15% by weight
pH (1% suspension): 6.0-8.0
Gel Strength: Thermostable gels
Physical Properties
Decomposition: Above 250°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water
Particle Size: 80-120 mesh
Appearance: White to cream fibers
Food Performance
Gel Formation: Thermostable gels
Heat Stability: Excellent up to 150°C
Encapsulation: Ideal for micro-encapsulation
Texture: Firm, elastic gel structure
Purity Specifications
Assay: ≥ 90.0%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 40 ppm
Moisture Content: ≤ 15.0%
Ash Content: 18-27%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (unopened)
Light Sensitivity: Stable under normal light
Storage Temperature: Stable 0-30°C
Humidity Tolerance: ≤ 65% RH

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Food Grade Calcium Alginate superiority in food applications with exceptional gel formation, thermal stability, and consistency across diverse food formulations and encapsulation applications.

Gel Consistency

Uniformity: ±2% gel strength variation

Exceptional batch-to-batch uniformity
Heat Stability

Retention: 98%+ functionality up to 150°C

Superior thermal processing stability
Encapsulation Performance

Efficiency: 95%+ encapsulation success

Excellent micro-encapsulation properties
pH Stability Range

Working range: pH 4.0-10.0 stable

Wide application pH compatibility
Gel Properties

Type: Thermostable, firm gels

Ideal for processed food applications
Storage Stability

3 years under proper storage conditions

Extended food grade integrity

Safety Information

Food grade ingredient with established safety profile. Handle with standard food processing hygiene practices. Avoid direct inhalation of powder and use appropriate dust control measures. Follow good manufacturing practices and maintain clean, dry storage conditions to prevent contamination.

Food Grade
FDA Approved
Safe for Consumption

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and moisture. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from humidity. Use clean, dry handling equipment and ensure proper hygiene practices for food grade material handling.

Cool storage (15-25°C)
Dry, well-ventilated area
Original sealed containers
Protect from moisture

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Calcium Alginate exhibits unique hydrocolloid properties through ionic crosslinking mechanisms, providing reliable gel formation and excellent texture control with enhanced calcium bioavailability in food applications.

Ionic Crosslinking

Calcium ions create strong crosslinks between alginate polymer chains

Forms thermoreversible gels with excellent texture
Gel Formation

Instantaneous gel formation in presence of calcium ions

Controllable gel strength and texture properties
Calcium Release

Provides bioavailable calcium for nutritional fortification

Dual functionality as stabilizer and calcium source
pH Sensitivity

Gel stability varies with pH, allowing controlled release properties

Optimized performance in various food pH ranges

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory approval ensures global food industry access with complete documentation packages supporting international hydrocolloid and calcium fortification regulations.

FDA Approved

Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for food thickening and fortification

EU Approved (E404)

European Union food additive approval for thickening applications

Natural Origin

Derived from seaweed with natural calcium enhancement

Global Approvals

Approved in over 100 countries for food and nutritional use

Kosher & Halal

Certified for religious dietary compliance requirements

Complete Documentation

Certificates of Analysis, calcium content verification, and safety data

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's hydrocolloid specialists provide comprehensive formulation support, application guidance, and technical services to optimize Calcium Alginate performance in your specific stabilization and fortification applications.

Formulation Development
  • Gel strength optimization and texture control
  • Calcium bioavailability enhancement studies
  • pH stability testing and optimization
  • Custom hydrocolloid-calcium systems
Quality Assurance
  • Batch consistency verification and gel testing
  • Calcium content analysis and bioavailability
  • Rheological properties assessment
  • Regulatory compliance documentation
Application Support
  • Process optimization for food manufacturing
  • Hydration and gel formation guidance
  • Training for production teams
  • Troubleshooting texture challenges
Supply Solutions
  • Flexible packaging options and sizes
  • Just-in-time delivery scheduling
  • Global distribution network access
  • Emergency supply arrangements

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Calcium Alginate production emphasizes marine sustainability through responsible seaweed harvesting, renewable resource utilization, and comprehensive environmental stewardship for ocean ecosystem preservation.

Sustainable Sourcing

Responsible seaweed harvesting with ecosystem protection

Ocean Conservation

Marine ecosystem preservation and habitat protection

Renewable Resource

Natural, renewable seaweed-based production

Biodegradable

Naturally biodegradable with minimal environmental impact

Sustainable Certification

Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified sourcing

Calcium Source

Natural calcium supplementation without synthetic additives

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's specialized hydrocolloid processing facility employs advanced extraction and calcium incorporation technology to ensure consistent Calcium Alginate quality and functional performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced calcium incorporation with controlled ionic crosslinking

Multi-stage purification for food-grade calcium content
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including gel strength, calcium content, and rheology

ICP analysis and gel performance validation
Quality Systems

HACCP, GMP, and food safety certified processing

Continuous monitoring and validation protocols
Packaging Standards

Food-grade packaging with moisture and calcium stability protection

Extended shelf life preservation systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating Calcium Alginate effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified gel performance metrics and calcium bioavailability validation studies.

Fortified Foods
Calcium Content: 12-15% elemental calcium by weight Bioavailability: 85% absorption rate in clinical studies Stability: Maintains gel strength during processing
Dairy Alternatives
Gel Formation: Instant gelation with calcium ions Texture: Comparable to traditional dairy gel systems Processing: Heat-stable during pasteurization
Restructured Foods
Binding: Excellent protein and moisture binding Yield: 15-20% improvement in product yield Nutrition: Adds functional calcium supplementation

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Functionality

Consistently exceeds hydrocolloid specifications with exceptional gel strength and calcium content

Sustainable Supply

Guaranteed availability through responsible marine resource management and calcium sourcing

Hydrocolloid Expertise

Specialized team provides gel optimization and calcium fortification development

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with gel data and calcium content documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with hydrocolloid and nutritional fortification regulations

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom calcium-enhanced solutions