Molecular formula : (C6 H7 O6 K) n
Properties: pale yellowish powder, odorless and tasteless, can dissolve in water, but insoluble in alcohol and other organic solvent.
This product is a natural polysaccharide compound extracted from kelp. Its viscosity is in l% solution 10-20 cps (Brook field viscometer).
USES : Potassium Alginate is a natural carbohydrate extracted from kelp. It is applicable in food, electrode and Pharmaceutical industries
Potassium Alginate Specifications: | Description | A Pale yellowish Powder |
| Ash(700° c) | 32% |
| Moisture(105° c) | 7% |
| K2o | 16% |
| Na2o | 0.05% |
| Sulphur | 0.2% |
| Phosphorus pent oxide | 0.8% |
| PH | 7-8 |
| Lead | ≤ 0.0004% |
| Arsenic | ≤ 0.0002% |
| Chloride | 0.05% |
| Heavy metals | <0.0005% |
| Mesh | 60 |
| Packing | 25 kg HDPE woven paper bag with polythene liner. |
