CAS 9005-36-1
:Potassium alginate
Description:
Potassium alginate is a naturally occurring polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed, specifically from the cell walls of algae such as Laminaria and Ascophyllum. It is characterized by its ability to form gels in the presence of divalent cations, such as calcium ions, making it valuable in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. As a potassium salt of alginic acid, it is soluble in water, forming a viscous solution that can stabilize emulsions and suspensions. Potassium alginate is often used as a thickening agent, emulsifier, and gelling agent in various products, including sauces, ice creams, and salad dressings. It is also recognized for its biocompatibility and biodegradability, making it suitable for use in drug delivery systems and wound dressings. Additionally, it has potential applications in tissue engineering due to its ability to support cell growth. Overall, potassium alginate is a versatile compound with a wide range of industrial and biomedical applications, owing to its unique physicochemical properties.
Formula:Unspecified
Synonyms:- Alginic acid potassium salt
- Duck Algin K
- E 402
- Hsdb 1912
- Inagel GP 20
- Inagel GP 30
- Inagel GS 200
- Kari Algin K 3
- Kelmar
- Kelmar improved
- Kf 200S
- Kf200Fts
- Kimica Algin K
- Kimica Algin K 3
- Kimica Algin K-ULV-L 3
- Kimitsu Algin K
- Potassium polyalginate
- Potassium polymannuronate
- Protanal KF 200
- Protanal KF 200RBS
- Protaweld EVR 200
- Skat-K 1
- Skat-K-Ulv
- Stercofuge
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Potassium Alginate
CAS:Alginic acid,its salts and estersFormula:Thisisapolymer(C6H7KO6)nColor and Shape:White Yellow Brown Powder
