Agar
Agar, also called agar-agar, gelatin-like product made primarily from the red algae Gelidium and Gracilaria (division Rhodophyta).
Agar is isolated from the algae as an amorphous and translucent product, such as powder, flakes, or bricks.
Agar occurs as a complex cell-wall constituent containing the polysaccharide agarose with sulfate and calcium.
Substance Identification
| Synonyms | AGAR-AGAR |
| CAS | 9002-18-0 |
| EINECS | 232-658-1 |
| FEMA | 2012 |
| HS.CODE | |
| Molecular Formula | (C12H18O9)n |
| Moleclar Weight | 336.33 |
Application & Uses
- used as a solidifying component of bacteriological culture media,
- used in canning meat, fish, and poultry;
- used in cosmetics, medicines, and dentistry;
- used as a clarifying agent in brewing and wine making;
- used as a thickening agent in ice cream, pastries, desserts, and salad dressings;
- used as a wire-drawing lubricant.
Sales Specification
| ITEM | VALUE |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Milky or yellowish fine powder |
| GEL Strength, g/㎝² | 900 min |
| Loss on Drying, % | 12 max |
GHS Hazard Statements
There is currently no available data for this product, click to view GHS Classification and Labelling by UNECE.Storage
- flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room
- ground all equipment containing material
- keep away from heat
- keep away from sources of ignition
- keep container tightly closed
- keep in a cool, well-ventilated place
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