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GPI Carrageenan – GPI 9161 – For Muffins and Cakes

GPI Carrageenan - GPI 9161 - For Muffins and Cakes is a Carrageenan blend designed to improve the qualities of muffins and cakes. Its unique properties enhance texture and shelf life of muffins and cakes.

Ingredient Name: Carrageenan

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

Certifications & Compliance: EU Compliant, FCC Compliant, FDA Compliant, JECFA (FAO/WHO)

Features: Enhanced Shelf Life, Excellent Softness, Improved Texture, Soft Texture

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    Identification & Functionality

    Ingredient Name
    Food Ingredients Functions
    Ingredients
    Carrageenan, Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum, Maltodextrin, Cellulose Gum
    Food Additive Number
    E 407, INS 407
    Technologies

    Features & Benefits

    Applications & Uses

    Food & Nutrition Applications
    Recommended Dosage Level

    0.4-0.8% by weight of dry ingredients into dry mix or 0.2-0.5% by weight of batter added directly to flour and used without any special process or equipment.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    Cream to White Powder
    pH Value
    6.0 – 10.0
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Moisture Contentmax. 12.0%
    pH Value6.0 – 10.0
    Viscosity (0.5% Solution at Room Temperature)80 - 300cp
    Microbiological Values
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Total Plate Countmax. 5,000 /g
    Yeast and Mouldsmax. 300cfu/g
    Salmonella (25g)Negative
    Escherichia coli (10 g)Negative
    Staphylococcus aureus (10g)Nagative
    Nutritional Information
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Energy Value84kcal/100g
    Energy Value352KJ/100g
    Fat Energy0kcal/100g
    Fat Energy0KJ/100g
    Total Fat0g/100g
    Saturated Fat0g/100g
    Total Carbohydrate0g/100g
    Sugar0g/100g
    Polyols0g/100g
    Starch0g/100g
    Dietary Fiber40g/100g
    Protein Contentmax. 1g/100g
    Sodium Content2g/100g
    Salt {Sodium(Na) x 2.5}5g/100g
    Heavy Metals
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Arsenic Contentmax. 3mg/kg
    Lead Contentmax. 1mg/kg
    Mercury Contentmax. 1mg/kg
    Cadmium Contentmax. 1mg/kg
    Functional Properties
    • Maintains moisture of muffins and cakes.
    • Strengthens the structure of the muffins and cakes.
    • Helps keep muffins and cakes soft during storage.

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Regulatory Information

    Conforms to the FAO/WHO (JECFA), Canada Food and Drugs Act, U.S. FDA, EU Regulations and Food Chemicals Codex Standards.

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging

    Three-ply white kraft, PE lined paper bags with heat seal closure. Each bag contains a net weight of 25 kgs and is palletized in 1,000 kgs to 3,000 kgs lots and shrink-wrapped. All material complies with US FDA and EU food contact regulations.

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life

    Two years in its original packaging (unopened), in a dry and cool room, away from floor and walls.