Pure Agar Agar E406 Gelling Agent For Confectionery

 

Agar Agar E406 provides a unique gel structure that is firmer and more elastic than many conventional gelling agents. It hydrates easily in hot water and sets quickly upon cooling, helping manufacturers achieve consistent texture and improved product stability. Agar gels remain stable even at higher temperatures, allowing candies to maintain shape during storage and transportation.

 

Its ability to form transparent gels also makes it suitable for colorful, glossy confectionery products where appearance is important. Additionally, Agar Agar is 100% plant-based, meeting growing demand for vegan and halal-certified candy formulations.

 

 

ITEMS	SPECIFICATION
	Superfine Agar powder	Agar powder	Agar strip
Color	From white to light yellow	From white to light yellow	From white to light yellow
Gel strength	≥1300g/cm2	≥900g/cm2	≥400g/cm2
Sieve residue -80	95% passed	95% passed	95% passed
Moisture	≤9%	≤11%	≤20%
Ash	≤2.0%	≤3.0%	≤5.0%
Hot water Insoluble	≤1%	≤1%	≤1%
Water Absorbent	≤75ml	≤75ml	≤75ml
Starch	Not blue	Not blue	Not blue
Pb	≤20ppm	≤20ppm	≤20ppm
Arsenic	≤3ppm	≤3ppm	≤3ppm
Lead	≤5ppm	≤5ppm	≤5ppm
Gelatin	Passes test	Passes test	Passes test

 

 

Strong and stable gel strength suitable for firm-textured candies

High thermal stability, preventing melting and deformation

Clear, glossy gels are ideal for vibrant confectionery presentations

Fast-setting properties that support efficient production lines

Plant-based and clean-label, aligning with modern consumer trends

Compatible with sugar, fruit acids, flavors, and colors

 

 

 

Agar Agar E406 is widely used across the confectionery sector due to its ability to form stable, attractive gels. Key applications include:

 

Gummy and Jelly Candies
Provides a firm, elastic bite and excellent thermal stability, making candies resistant to melting.

 

Fruit Jellies and Glazed Candies
Creates clear, glossy gels that enhance color vibrancy and overall presentation.

 

Layered and Molded Candies
Supports precise shapes and clean layers, ideal for premium or decorative confectionery.

 

Vegan and Vegetarian Sweets
Acts as a complete replacement for gelatin, offering a plant-based structure with strong gel formation.

 

Low-Sugar or Functional Candies
Helps maintain body and texture even in reduced-sugar formulations.

 

        

 

Agar Agar's ability to deliver firmness, clarity, and heat stability makes it an essential gelling agent for modern confectionery production.

 

 

 

Agar Powder: 25kgs plastic woven bags/carton or 10kgs per iron drum.

 

 

Kosher/Halal/ISO9001/ISO22000/RSPOCerificated

No MOQ, More Opportunities

Customized Products

Mixed Shipment

 

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