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Bulking Agents

Bulking agents are used in food and beverage applications to increase weight and/or alter texture without the modification of flavor.  Read More

AEP Colloids, Inc.

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AEP Colloids, Inc. specializes in custom stabilizers and water soluble gums. They have a diversified product line and a custom manufacturing facility. AEP Colloids, Inc. products include carrageenan, custom stabilizers, locust bean gum, xanthan gum, gum arabic, gum ghatti, gum karaya, psyllium husk powder, carboxymethyl cellulose, pectin supplier and agar agar. They offer fast professional service and technical support for their customers.
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Agar Agar AEP Colloids, Inc. Agar Agar is a complex polysaccharide extracted from Red Seaweed of the class Rhodophyceae. Due to its ability to form a firm thermo-reversible gel, one of the unique aspects of Agar is the temperature difference between its gelation point and melting po...view more Agar Agar is a complex polysaccharide extracted from Red Seaweed of the class Rhodophyceae. Due to its ability to form a firm thermo-reversible gel, one of the unique aspects of Agar is the temperature difference between its gelation point and melting point. This stability can be utilized in many applications such as sugar glazes for doughnuts and pastries. Product is also used in non starch breads and desserts as a non-nutritive bulking agent to produce low calorie products. view less
Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose AEP Colloids, Inc. Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose of various grades can be produced. This anionic liner polymer has found many uses in technical applications, as a food additive and in the pharmaceutical industry. A white to cream powder can be made into cellulose gum wh...view more Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose of various grades can be produced. This anionic liner polymer has found many uses in technical applications, as a food additive and in the pharmaceutical industry. A white to cream powder can be made into cellulose gum which has the ability to withstand boiling, freezing and even subfreezing temperatures for a short time allowing it to be a handy addition during the processing of specialty foods. The usage of CMC as a binder, thickener, stabilizer, or for water retention lead to its wide acceptance as a direct food additive. Some applications include frozen desserts, cake mixes, crackers, powdered soups and beverages. view less