Carrageenan Acidity Regulator

Carrageenan is a food additive derived from red seaweeds. It is extracted from the seaweed using an alkaline process, then purified and dried to form a powder. It is used to thicken, stabilise, and emulsify food products.

Carrageenan is widely used in the food industry as a gelling agent, thickener, and stabiliser. It is commonly found in dairy products like ice cream, yogurts, and cream, as well as in processed meats and desserts such as panna cotta.

Carrageenan is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. EFSA has evaluated carrageenan and established an Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for it. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, some research has explored potential inflammatory effects, though evidence is mixed and further investigation is ongoing.