Properties
Description
Potassium alginate is a white to yellowish-white powder with a slightly peculiar smell. Potassium alginate remains stable under normal handling conditions, is free from visible extraneous matter, and is classified as industrial grade. Potassium alginate has a particle size of 80 mesh.
Form
White to yellowish-white powder with a slightly peculiar smell
Impurities
Free from visible extraneous matter
Solubility
Soluble in water, insoluble in organic solvents
Stability
Stable under normal handling conditions.
Quality Level
Industrial grade
Applications
Potassium alginate is a marine polysaccharide that plays a key role in paper manufacturing to improve paper strength and ink absorption.
Storage
Store at 4°C. Protect from light.