Carrageenan is used as a thickener, stabilizer, gelling agent, and suspending agent in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products.
Carrageenan
| HS Code | 13023900 |
| Country of Origin | India / Imported Sources Available |
| MOQ | 1 MT |
| Container Capacity | 14–16 MT |
| Lead Time | 7–15 Days |
| Export Markets | USA, Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa |
Exporting Worldwide
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About Carrageenan
Carrageenan is a naturally occurring polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed species belonging primarily to the Rhodophyceae family. Due to its exceptional gelling, thickening, water-binding, and stabilizing properties, Carrageenan has become one of the most important hydrocolloids used in food processing and industrial manufacturing worldwide.
Carrageenan is commonly categorized into three major types: Kappa Carrageenan, Iota Carrageenan, and Lambda Carrageenan. Each grade offers unique functional characteristics suitable for specific applications. Kappa Carrageenan forms strong and rigid gels, Iota Carrageenan creates elastic gels, while Lambda Carrageenan provides excellent thickening properties without gel formation.
Food manufacturers rely heavily on Carrageenan for improving texture, mouthfeel, stability, and shelf life in dairy products, flavored milk, chocolate milk, yogurt, desserts, processed meats, sauces, and beverages. The pharmaceutical industry utilizes Carrageenan in tablets, suspensions, gels, and controlled-release formulations. Cosmetic manufacturers incorporate it into lotions, creams, toothpaste, and personal care products.
Due to its plant-based origin, Carrageenan is widely accepted in vegetarian and vegan formulations, making it highly attractive for modern food manufacturing and clean-label product development.
At Ramaax World Impex Private Limited, we supply premium export-quality Carrageenan sourced from reliable global producers and processed according to international quality standards. We offer Kappa, Iota, Lambda, and customized blends designed to meet specific buyer requirements.
Our comprehensive export support includes quality documentation, customized packaging, OEM solutions, private labeling options, and worldwide logistics assistance for importers, distributors, and manufacturers.
Technical Specifications
| Product Name | Carrageenan | Botanical Name | Red Seaweed Extract |
| Grade | Food Grade | Available Grades | Kappa, Iota, Lambda, Refined, Semi-Refined |
| Appearance | Fine Powder | Color | White to Cream White |
| Odor | Neutral to Slight Characteristic | Purity | Min 99% |
| Moisture | Max 12% | Shelf Life | 24 Months |
| Available Forms | Powder | Mesh Size | 80 Mesh – 200 Mesh |
| Particle Size | As Per Buyer Requirement | Viscosity | As Per Grade & Application |
| pH Value | 8.0 – 11.0 | Solubility | Soluble in Hot Water |
| Ash Content | Max 35% | Protein | Max 3% |
| Heavy Metals | Within Permissible Limits | Lead (Pb) | Max 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | Max 3 ppm | Total Plate Count | Max 5,000 CFU/g |
| Yeast & Mold | Max 300 CFU/g | Packaging | 25 Kg Bags |
| Available Packaging Options | 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 10 Kg, 25 Kg, Jumbo Bags | MOQ | 1 MT |
| Container Loading | 14–16 MT / 20FT Container | Load Time | 7–15 Days |
| Storage Conditions | Cool, Dry & Hygienic Place | Country of Origin | India / Imported Sources Available |
| HS Code | 13023900 | Sample Availability | Available on Request |
Applications
Chocolate Milk
Dressings
Flavored Milk
Nutritional Formulations
Nutritional Products
Processed Meats
Protein Drinks
Sauces
Sausages
Skin Care Products
Tablet Formulations
Toothpaste
Wet Pet Food
Yogurt
Industries Served
Beverage Industry
Cosmetic Industry
Dairy Industry
Food Processing Industry
Meat Processing Industry
Pet Food Industry
Pharmaceutical Industry
Key Features
- Natural seaweed-derived hydrocolloid.
- Excellent gelling and stabilizing properties.
- Available in Kappa, Iota, and Lambda grades.
- Suitable for vegetarian and vegan formulations.
- Widely used in dairy and processed food industries.
- Consistent quality for industrial applications.
- Custom blends available.
- Export-ready packaging and documentation.
Packaging & Supply
1kg
Container Capacity
| Container | Quantity |
|---|---|
| 20FT FCL | 14–16 MT |
| 40FT FCL | Available |
| LCL | Available |
Certifications
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INCORPORATION
Why Choose Ramaax World Impex Private Limited?
Reliable Indian Export Partner
Competitive Global Pricing
Flexible Packaging Options
Multiple Quality Checks
Worldwide Shipping Support
Export Documentation Assistance
Timely Deliveries
Dedicated Customer Support
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Carrageenan used for?
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What are the different types of Carrageenan?The three primary types are Kappa Carrageenan, Iota Carrageenan, and Lambda Carrageenan, each offering different functional properties.
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Is Carrageenan suitable for vegan products?Yes. Carrageenan is derived from red seaweed and is widely used in vegetarian and vegan formulations.
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Can customized grades be supplied?Yes. Customized viscosity, gel strength, particle size, and packaging options are available.
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Which export markets do you serve?We supply buyers across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
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