Ammonium Alginate

Ammonium Alginate (CAS Number: 9005-34-9) Supplier in Europe

Physical Details and Properties
Ammonium Alginate is a water-soluble salt of alginic acid, a polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed, with no fixed molecular formula due to its polymeric nature. It appears as a white to yellowish powder or fibrous material, odorless and tasteless, with a relative density of approximately 1.6. It is highly soluble in water, forming viscous solutions (viscosity depends on concentration and molecular weight), but insoluble in organic solvents like ethanol. It is stable under neutral conditions but degrades in strong acidic or alkaline environments.

Production Methods
At SoleChem EU, we source Ammonium Alginate from trusted manufacturers who extract alginic acid from brown algae (e.g., Laminaria or Macrocystis). The alginic acid is neutralized with ammonium hydroxide, followed by precipitation, washing, drying, and milling to produce a high-purity, water-soluble powder suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

Industrial Applications
Ammonium Alginate is a versatile raw material with broad applications:

• Food Industry: Used as a thickener and stabilizer (E403) in products like ice cream, sauces, and beverages, providing viscosity without gel formation.

• Textile Industry: Employed as a thickener in dye pastes for textile printing, ensuring uniform application and washability.

• Pharmaceuticals: Acts as a stabilizer in suspensions or as a binder in tablet formulations, leveraging its solubility and biocompatibility.

Safety Information
Ammonium Alginate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food use, with no established LD50 due to its low toxicity. It may cause mild irritation to skin or eyes upon prolonged contact. Handle with standard precautions, avoid dust inhalation, and store in a cool, dry place away from heat, strong acids, and oxidizing agents.

Choose SoleChem EU as your reliable Ammonium Alginate supplier in Europe. We provide high-quality alginate for food, textile, and pharmaceutical applications. Contact us for your Ammonium Alginate requirements.