Ammonium Calcium Alginate

Ammonium Calcium Alginate (CAS Number: 9005-35-0) Supplier in Europe

Physical Details and Properties
Ammonium Calcium Alginate is a mixed 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 fibrous powder or granules, odorless and tasteless, with a relative density of approximately 1.6. It is insoluble in water but swells to form gels, is insoluble in organic solvents, and is stable under neutral conditions. It degrades in strong acidic or alkaline environments.

Production Methods
SoleChem EU sources Ammonium Calcium Alginate from manufacturers who extract alginic acid from brown algae (e.g., Laminaria or Macrocystis). The alginic acid is neutralized with ammonium hydroxide and calcium chloride to form the mixed salt. The product is precipitated, washed, dried, and milled to produce a high-purity powder or fibrous material suitable for food and medical applications.

Industrial Applications
Ammonium Calcium Alginate is widely used in food, medical, and industrial sectors:

• Food Industry: Acts as a thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent in products like desserts, sauces, and restructured foods (E403/E404).

• Medical Applications: Used in wound dressings due to its biocompatibility, absorbency, and ability to form gels for moist wound healing.

• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a disintegrant in tablets and a matrix for controlled drug release.

Safety Information
Ammonium Calcium 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 eyes or skin upon prolonged contact. Handle with standard precautions, avoid dust inhalation, and store in a cool, dry place away from heat and strong acids. Keep separate from oxidizing agents.

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