E-number: 400
Name: Alginic Acid
Alternative Names :Norgine; polymannuronic acid; Sazio
Alternative Names :Norgine; polymannuronic acid; Sazio
Function: Thickener, Vegetable gum
Status: Halaal
Source: from seaweeds
Health Info!!
Health Code: Green
safe in foods at low levels, alginates inhibited absorption of essential nutrients in some animal tests
Uses: Ice cream, dessert mix, custard mix, flavoured milk, cordials, infant formula, yoghurt
Other Uses: Cosmetics and textiles
Other Uses: Cosmetics and textiles