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), Halal, IFRA Compliant, 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