Agar Agar E406

Price range: $299.00 through $4,999.00

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$299.00

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$699.00

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Agar Agar E406

Product Overview

Agar Agar (E406) is a natural hydrocolloid extracted from red seaweed (Gelidium, Gracilaria species) known for forming firm, thermo-reversible gels with high clarity and stability. It is widely used in confectionery, bakery glazes, dairy desserts, plant-based gels, and molecular gastronomy.

Agar Agar sets at around 35–40°C and melts at 80–90°C, allowing unique textural applications not possible with gelatin. It is vegan, non-GMO, and gluten-free, making it a perfect choice for plant-based formulations.

Key Properties

  • Chemical Name: Agar 
  • E Number: E406 
  • CAS Number: 9002-18-0 
  • Appearance: Off-white to beige powder 
  • Solubility: Dispersible in cold water; fully soluble in boiling water 
  • Functionality: Gelling agent, thickener, stabiliser 
  • Grade: Food Grade / FCC

Applications in Food Production

Confectionery:

  • Produces clear, firm gels for jellies, gummy candies, and layered desserts
  • Provides a stable gel at ambient temperature without refrigeration

Bakery:

  • Acts as a glaze stabiliser for pastries and fruit tarts
  • Improves moisture retention in fillings and icings

Dairy & Plant-Based Desserts:

  • Sets puddings, custards, and cheesecakes
  • Ideal for vegan/vegetarian gelatin replacement

Molecular Gastronomy:

  • Enables spheres, sheets, and noodle textures in modern cuisine
  • Creates decorative and functional food plating elements

Meat & Seafood:

  • Used in canned meat and fish to stabilise texture and retain moisture

Benefits

  • Strong Gel Strength – Forms firm gels at low concentrations
  • Thermo-Reversible – Sets and melts repeatedly without losing quality
  • Vegan & Allergen-Free – Suitable for plant-based and allergen-sensitive products
  • pH Tolerant – Works across a broad pH range
  • Heat-Stable – Maintains gel properties through pasteurisation

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