Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the research and development, manufacturing, and sales of fine chemicals. Headquartered in Jinan, Shandong, China, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to our global partners. Currently, over 90% of our products are exported to developed markets, including North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: Agar
Alias: Agar powder; Agar-agar
CAS No.: 9002-18-0
EINECS No.: 232-658-1
Molecular Formula: (C12H18O9)n
Molecular Weight: Polymer compound
Classification: Natural polysaccharide; Thickener; Gelling agent; Culture medium raw material; Food additive
Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: White or light yellow powder or strip
Melting Point: 85-95 ℃
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water; soluble in boiling water, forms gel after cooling
Stability: Stable under normal temperature; heat resistant, acid resistant; easy to absorb moisture
Specification Table
| Item | Specification | Unit | Remarks |
| Product Name | Agar | — | Agar-agar |
| CAS Number | 9002-18-0 | — | Food & microbiology raw material |
| Appearance | White or pale yellow powder | — | Odorless, tasteless |
| Molecular Formula | (C12H18O9)n | — | Natural seaweed polysaccharide |
| Purity | Food grade / Biochemical grade | — | Standard industry grade |
Main Uses
- Used as culture medium carrier for microbial and bacterial culture
- Food industry thickener, gelling agent, stabilizer for jelly, pastry and beverage
- Used in pharmaceutical industry as excipient and slow-release material
- Applied in daily chemical, cosmetics and biochemical research field
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