Gelcarin® GP - 379

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Gelcarin® GP - 379 derived from carrageenan of non-animal origin, serves various pharmacological and nutraceutical functions, including being a controlled-release agent, emulsifying agent, gelling agent, stabilizer, and thickener.

Chemical Name: Carrageenan

CAS Number: 9000-07-1

Labeling Claims: APE-free, Aluminum-free, Antibiotics-free, BSE-free, Bisphenol A-free, Caffeine Free, Colorants-free, Dioxin-free, Dye Free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, GMO-free, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, Hormones-free, Kosher, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Natural Latex Rubber-Free, Nitrosamines-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, PAH-free, PFAS-Free, PFOS-free, PHO (Partially Hydrogenated Oil)-Free, PVC-free, Paraben-free, Perfluorooctanoic Acid-free, Pesticide-free, Phthalates-free, Plasticizer-free, Preservative-free, Sugar-free, TSE-free, Tributyl Tin Compounds-Free, Triphenyl Tin Compounds-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Certifications & Compliance: British Pharmacopeia (BP), Doping-Free, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, EXCiPACT, European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.), European Regulation 396/2005/EC, FCC Compliant, FDA Compliant, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), FSSC 22000, Halal, Halal Food Council of Europe, IFRA Compliant, ISO 9001, Japan Pharmacopeia (JP), Kosher, National Formulary (NF), Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011, Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008, Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012, United States Pharmacopeia (USP)

Manufacturing Technology: Encapsulation

Synonyms: Carrageenan gum, Gum carrageenan, SeaKem carrageenin, κλ-Carrageenan

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Polysaccharides
Chemical Name: Carrageenan
Ingredient Origin: Non-Animal Origin
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions: Controlled Release Agent,
Emulsifier,
Gelling Agent,
Stabilizer,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Emulsifiers & Stabilizers,
Formulation & Processing Aids,
Modified & Controlled Release,
Other Excipients

Applications & Uses

Markets: Healthcare & Pharma
Applications: Healthcare & Pharma — Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Processing
Segments: Dietary Supplement,
Pharmaceutical
Applications: Dietary Supplement — Controlled release
Pharmaceutical — Controlled release
Manufacturing Technology: Encapsulation

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Softgels

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Anhydrous Ash	15 - 40	%	-
Total Sulfate (dry weight basis)	15 - 40	%	-
Acid Insoluble Ash Content	max. 1.0	%	-
Heavy Metals	max. 20	ppm	-
Lead Content	max. 5	ppm	-
Arsenic Content*	max. 3	ppm	-
Mercury Content	max. 1	ppm	-
Cadmium Content	max. 2	ppm	-
Residual Solvent	max. 0.1	%	-

Physico-Chemical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Water Dessert Gel	70 - 150	/g	22001
Moisture Content	max. 12.0	%	10001.0
pH	7.5 - 10.5	-	10102
Particle Size (through USSS 150 μm, series #100)	min. 95.0	%	10204

Microbiological Values


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Aerobic Plate Count	max. 2500	cfu/g	40001.0
Salmonella	Not detected by test	/25g	40104
Yeast and Mold Count (Total)	max. 100	cfu/g	40203
E. coli	Not detected by test	/10g	40302
Anaerobic Thermophilic Spores (NTS)	max. 100	cfu/g	-
Aerobic Thermophilic Spores (ATS)	max. 100	cfu/g	-
Enterobacter	max. 10	cfu/g	-

Note

*applies to unopened packages, stored under dry and cool conditions.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 2 years