FDA Status
GRAS (FDA Reviewed)Natural gelling agent derived from red seaweed, used for centuries in Asian cuisine. Sets at room temperature and produces firm, brittle gels, serving as a vegetarian and vegan alternative to gelatin.
Concerns
- •may have laxative effects in large amounts
- •generally considered very safe
CAERS Adverse Events
No adverse event reports found.
CAERS data is voluntary. Reports indicate correlation, not causation. About CAERS
International Status
European Union
approvedCanada
approvedCommonly Found In
dessertscanned meatsconfectionsbakery glazesmicrobiology media
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