Carrageenan

CAS 9000-07-1

Formula: (C₁₂H₁₈O₉)ₙ

Pharmaceutical GradeUSP/BP

Description

Carrageenan is a natural sulphated polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed, used in pharmaceutical formulations as a thickener, gelling agent, suspending agent, and matrix-forming polymer in controlled-release tablets.

Specifications

ParameterValue
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow powder
PurityConforms to USP/BP
Loss On Drying12.0% max
Shelf Life3 years

Applications

  • Suspending agent in oral suspensions
  • Matrix former in controlled-release tablets
  • Gelling agent in soft-chew and gel formulations
  • Stabiliser in pharmaceutical emulsions

Packaging Options

25kg Fiber Drums25kg Bags

Certifications

IECCHEMEXCIL
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Quick Facts
Category
Pharma Excipients & Intermediates
CAS Number
9000-07-1
Chemical Formula
(C₁₂H₁₈O₉)ₙ
Origin
India