Compound Q&A
What industries use λ-Carrageenan (CAS: 9064-57-7)?
Answer
λ-Carrageenan (CAS: 9064-57-7) is widely used in the food industry for its gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties. It is also utilized in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries for its film-forming and emulsifying capabilities. Additionally, it has applications in paper production and as a thickener in industrial products.
About
CAS No
9064-57-7
English Name
λ-Carrageenan
Molecular Formula
C12H19O20S3-3
Molecular Weight
579.47 g/mol
SMILES
C(C1C(C(C(C(O1)OC2C(OC(C(C2O)OS(=O)(=O)[O-])O)COS(=O)(=O)[O-])OS(=O)(=O)[O-])O)O)O
InChIKey
UWPXLSAITSWCRB-UHFFFAOYSA-K
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 13:51
