Viscarin® GP109

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Viscarin® GP109 with encapsulation manufacturing, caters to drug delivery and oral care solutions in healthcare and pharma markets. It acts as an encapsulant, gelling agent, and stabilizer, offering versatility in formulation and processing aids within pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.

Chemical Name: Carrageenan

CAS Number: 9000-07-1

Dosage Form: Soft Gels

Labeling Claims: Aluminum-free, Antibiotics-free, Bisphenol A-free, CMR Substances-free, Caffeine Free, Colorants-free, Diethylene Glycol-free, Dioxin-free, Doping Substances-free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Ethylene Glycol-free, Fragrance allergen-free, Hormones-free, Iodine-free, Irradiation-free, Latex-free, Maleic Acid -Free, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Non-GMO, PFAS-Free, PVC-free, Paraben-free, Pesticide-free, Phenylalanine-Free, Plasticizer-free, Potassium-free, Preservative-free, Quaternary Ammonium Salt-Free, Radionuclides Free, Residual Solvent -Free, Sewage Sludge Free, Steroids Free, Tributyltin (TBT) - Free, Vegan

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,
Encapsulant,
Gelling Agent,
Stabilizer,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Emulsifiers & Stabilizers,
Formulation & Processing Aids,
Modified & Controlled Release

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Diethylene Glycol-free,

Dioxin-free,

Doping Substances-free,

Endocrine Disruptor-free,

Ethylene Glycol-free,

Fragrance allergen-free,

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free,

Quaternary Ammonium Salt-Free,

Radionuclides Free,

Residual Solvent -Free,

Sewage Sludge Free,

Steroids Free,

Tributyltin (TBT) - Free,

Vegan

Product Benefits

Stabilization of oral liquid formulation.
Adjustment of rheological properties, Emulsification, Improving sensory attributes and mouthfeel.

Applications & Uses

Markets: Healthcare & Pharma
Applications: Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
Segments: Dietary Supplement,
Pharmaceutical
Applications: Dietary Supplement — Controlled release
Pharmaceutical — Controlled release
Dosage Form: Soft Gels
Manufacturing Technology: Encapsulation

Properties

Appearance

Solid Powder

Odor

Slight marine

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
pH (at 1.5% solution)	7.0 - 10.5	-	-
Water Solubility	max. 10	% wt	-
Relative Density (Water = 1)	approx. 1	g/cc	-

Composition


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Carrageenan	95 - 100	wt%	-

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions: Keep/store only in original container. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.Keep away from heat, flames and sparks.