AGAR POWDER NF - UPI Chem

Appearance

Tasteless, beige powder with a characteristic odor.

Description

Agar is used throughout the world to provide a solid surface containing medium for the growth of bacteria and fungi.

Function

Agar Powder, NF is a gel made from the cell walls of a few species of red algae or seaweed. It functions as a binder and thickener in cooking to make jellies, pudding, and custards

Synonyms

Agar Powder NF, Agar-agar, Gelose, Japan agar, Bengal isinglass, Ceylon isinglass, Chinese isinglass, Japan isinglass, Gum agar, Bengal gelatin, Ceylon, Digenea simplex mucilage

Storage

Keep in original well-closed containers at room temperature (15-30 øC).

Packages

100 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
25 kg. Poly Bag
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Pharmaceutical
food & bev.

Product Classes

Acidulants
emulsifiers

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date or longer if stored properly
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 70 RV 2.15
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: N/A
Melting Point: N/A
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: NO
Molecular Weight: 146.14 g/mol