Carrageenan, Iota Type, 1 Kilogram

Iota carrageenan binds water to form dry, elastic gels in the presence of calcium salts. Ca2+ establish bonds between the carrageenan molecules to form helices. The negative charges associated with the 2-sulfate groups on the iota carrageenan molecules do not allow the helices to aggregate to the same extent as Kappa carrageenan.Common Name: Irish MossCAS Number: 9062-07-01Solubility: WaterStorage Temperature: Room TemperatureStorage Conditions: Room TemperatureShipping Weight: 2.25 lbsShipping Dimensions: 7.25 x 4.88 x 4.88Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.