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Sodium Alginate is a natural polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed that is widely used in the food industry for its ability to create gels and stabilize food products. At Joyful Nutritional, we manufacture high-quality food grade sodium alginate powder that is particularly suited for applications like producing popping boba and a wide range of gel-based products. Our sodium alginate is an essential ingredient in these innovative food creations, delivering excellent texture, stability, and versatility.
ITEMS | STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS | TEST RESULTS | |
Appearance | Pale yellowish/brownish or white | White powder | |
Particle Size | 80 Mesh |
80 Mesh | |
Viscosity 20℃,1%,(mPa.s) | AS Per Need | 809 | |
Water Insoluble Solids (%) | <2 | 0.10 | |
Moisture(%) | <15 | 13.5 | |
PH Value | 6.0-8.0 | 6.87 | |
Total Ash(%) | 18-27 | 21.6 | |
Residue of Calcium(%) | <0.3 | 0.1 | |
Heavy Metals count by Pb) | ≤20 (mg/kg) | Comply | |
Arsenic Content(mg/kg) | ≤2 | Comply | |
Lead(mg/kg) | ≤5 | Comply | |
Mercury(mg/kg) | ≤1 | Comply | |
Cadmium(mg/kg) | ≤1 | Comply | |
Formaldehyde(mg/kg) | ≤50 | Comply | |
Total Plate Count(cfu/g) | ≤5000 | Comply | |
Yeast &Mould (cfu/g | ≤100 | Comply | |
E-coli(/5g) | Negative | Negative | |
Salmonella(/10g) | Negative | Negative |
1. Gelling Properties
The primary advantage of sodium alginate is its ability to form strong gels when exposed to calcium ions. This makes it perfect for the creation of popping boba, where a thin alginate membrane surrounds liquid fillings, creating the iconic “pop” when bitten. The same gelling properties are used in the production of gel-based desserts like jellies and candies.
2. High Stability
Sodium alginate provides excellent stability to popping boba and gel products, ensuring that they maintain their structure and texture over time. It forms stable gels that can withstand storage and transport, making it ideal for use in commercial food production.
3. Customizable Texture
By controlling the concentration of sodium alginate and the amount of calcium used in the process, manufacturers can customize the texture of the gel products. This makes sodium alginate versatile enough to create both soft, delicate gels for popping boba and firm gels for products like jelly desserts or gel-based snacks.
4. Safe and Natural Ingredient
Sodium alginate is derived from natural sources, making it a safe and clean label ingredient for use in food products. It is non-toxic, biodegradable, and widely accepted in the food industry as a stabilizer and gelling agent.
1. Popping Boba
Sodium alginate is the key ingredient in the production of popping boba. When the alginate solution is dropped into a bath containing calcium chloride, a thin gel-like membrane forms around the liquid center, creating the characteristic popping effect. Popping boba is used in bubble tea, desserts, and beverages, adding both flavor and texture to the final product.
2. Jelly and Gel Products
In addition to popping boba, sodium alginate is commonly used to create jelly desserts and other gel-based products. By varying the formulation, manufacturers can achieve the desired firmness and texture for a wide variety of gel-based food items, including jelly candies, fruit gels, and gummies.
3. Encapsulation in Culinary Applications
Beyond popping boba, sodium alginate is used in molecular gastronomy for encapsulating flavors and liquids. This process, known as spherification, allows chefs to create unique textures and flavors by forming small gel spheres filled with liquid. It’s a popular technique for adding culinary flair to appetizers, cocktails, and desserts.
1. Premium Quality and Purity
At Joyful Nutritional, we ensure that our sodium alginate powder is produced with the highest levels of purity and quality. Our food-grade sodium alginate is consistent in performance, ensuring that it provides reliable gelling and thickening properties for all your product formulations.
2. ISO22000 and GMP Certified Production
Our ISO22000 and GMP-certified facilities guarantee that our sodium alginate meets the strictest food safety and quality standards. We are committed to delivering products that are safe, reliable, and suitable for use in popping boba, gel desserts, and a variety of other applications.
3. Tailored Solutions
We offer customizable sodium alginate formulations to meet the specific needs of your production processes. Whether you require a specific gelling strength or particle size, Joyful Nutritional can provide a solution tailored to your unique requirements.
4. Reliable Supply Chain
With a robust global supply chain, Joyful Nutritional ensures that our clients have continuous access to high-quality sodium alginate. We are dedicated to providing a stable and reliable supply to meet the demands of large-scale food production.
5. Technical Support and Expertise
Our team of experts offers full technical support to help you integrate sodium alginate into your production. Whether you need assistance with product formulations or require custom solutions, Joyful Nutritional is here to help ensure your success.
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