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Sodium alginate More Info

Sodium alginate is a natural polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed, consisting of β-D-mannuronic acid and α-L-guluronic acid units. This water-soluble polymer forms viscous solutions and gels in the presence of calcium ions, making it valuable for numerous applications. As a biocompatible and biodegradable substance, it's widely used in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors. The compound's unique gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties stem from its molecular structure and molecular weight variations.

Uses

In the food industry, sodium alginate serves as an effective thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent in products like ice cream, yogurt, and fruit fillings. Pharmaceutical applications include its use in wound dressings, dental impressions, and drug delivery systems due to its biocompatibility. The textile industry utilizes it as a printing thickener, while biotechnology employs it for cell encapsulation and 3D bioprinting. Its ability to form stable gels at room temperature makes it particularly useful in molecular gastronomy for creating edible spheres.

Applications

Sodium alginate finds specialized applications in controlled-release fertilizers for agriculture and as a binder in paper production. Medical research explores its potential in tissue engineering scaffolds and hemostatic materials. The cosmetic industry incorporates it into face masks and other skincare products for its film-forming properties. Recent developments include its use in biodegradable packaging materials and as a viscosity modifier in enhanced oil recovery operations. Its GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status by FDA facilitates broad application spectrum.

Precautions

While generally safe, proper handling procedures should be followed to avoid inhalation of powder particles. Storage conditions should maintain dryness and avoid high temperatures to prevent degradation. In food applications, usage levels should comply with local regulations (typically 0.1-1.0%). Individuals with seaweed allergies should exercise caution. Industrial users should implement appropriate dust control measures during processing. The material should be kept away from strong oxidizers and stored in tightly sealed containers to maintain quality.

FAQ

Q1. Can I get a free sample?

We can send you a samll free sample, and you only need to pay for the shipping cost.

Q2. What is the HyperChem payment term?

T/T in advance
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Q3. What is HyperChem shipment policy?

Our policy is to strive for the quickest shipment time possible.

For ready stock samples, they are usually shipped within 3 working days after payment received.
For non-ready stock, please contact HyperChem sales team to negotiate.

Q4. What is HyperChem shipment term?

By Express  
FedEx  UPS  DHL  EMS                               
Fast: 3-7 days around, high cost, door to door service

By Air                                        
Suitable for more than 50kg 
Fast: 3-7 days, hight cost, port to port, professional broker needed 

By Sea
Suitable for more than 500kg      
Fast: 7-45 days, low cost, port to port, professional broker needed 

We will always attempt to utilize the quickest and most affordable way for customers to receive orders. And follow -up with customers via email for all shipment details as well as updated track information until it arrives without damage.

Q5. What HyperChem will provide after shipment?

For sample orders: 
After shipment is done, an timely email including:

1. Track details (Fedex /TNT/DHL/EMS Track number)
2. Packaging photo
3. COA, MSDS, etc
4. Dispatch date & Estimated arriving time
5. Shipping invoice

For commercial orders
A full set of shipment documents as well as package photos can be provided in scan-copy and original, to help customers complete the customs clearance process.

Company Profile

Established in 2013, Hyper Chem has exclusive tie-ups with leading manufacturers, supplying raw materials produced in GMP and ISO 9002 certified facilities, and provides high-quality ingredients and raw materials to cater to the requirements of our diverse range of clients.

Among them, our key client industrial sectors around the global are:

Pharmaceuticals
Nutrition Ingredients/ Dietary supplements
Cosmetic Ingredients
Food Ingredients
Veterinary API
Agriculture fertilizer
Custom Synthesis lab supply

HyperChem provides to its wonderful and honorable clients comprehensive purchasing and distribution services which ensure that we are delivering the right generic, raw, or customized product, make sure that we are delivering it at the right time, ensure that it is delivered in the specified amount, and in the right kind of packaging to clients and customers of all types of industries irrespective of their size of operation.