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Alginic acid

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Brand: Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar A17582.22

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Description

CAS: 9005-32-7 | (C6H8O7)A(C6H8O7)B

A straight chain, hydrophilic, colloidal polyuronic acidAlginic acid is used as a precursor for the preparation of sodium alginate, potassium alginate and calcium alginate, which finds application in various industries such as food, textile printing and pharmaceuticals. It acts as an additive in dehydrated products such as slimming aids. It is also used in the production of paper and textiles. It is actively involved in waterproofing, fireproofing fabrics. It is utilized as a thickening agent in drinks, ice cream and cosmetics. It plays an important role as a raw material for the synthesis of propylene glycol alginate and polysaccharide sulfate. It is also useful to treat and purify waste water having strong absorbility.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 9005-32-7
Molecular Formula (C6H8O7)A(C6H8O7)B
MDL Number MFCD00081309
Synonym 2r,3r,4r,5s,6s-3-2r,3s,4r,5s,6s-6-carboxy-3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxyoxan-2-yl oxy-4,5-dihydroxy-6-methyloxane-2-carboxylic acid

Specifications

Melting Point >300°C
Merck Index 14,242
Solubility Information Insoluble in water.
Quantity 100 g
Sensitivity Hygroscopic
Chemical Name or Material Alginic acid

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