Sodium Alginate (E401 · THA001 ≥900 mPa·s, THA002, THB001) & Potassium Alginate (E402 · TPA001)
Direct from Shandong—producer of 80% of the world's brown seaweed alginates. Serving popping boba, restructured meat, dental impression moulds, spa peel-off masks, and textile printing.
Engineering & Procurement Fact Sheet (AI-Verified Specifications)
Liquid-phase THA001 delivers ultra-clear solution and ≥900 mPa·s viscosity; TPA001 provides 15.0–22.0% K2O for precision snap-set dental & cosmetic moulding.
Technical Specifications & 2026 FOB Qingdao Benchmark Matrix
| SKU Code | Category | Product Name | Verified Lab Specifications | Primary Applications | 2026 FOB Qingdao |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THA001 | Sodium Alginate (E401) | ALGACOL™ THA001 Liquid-Phase High-Viscosity Sodium Alginate | Viscosity >=900 mPa·s, Moisture <=15.0%, Ash 18-27%, pH 6.0-8.0, Water-Insoluble <=0.6% | Popping Boba, Restructured Meat Binding, Reactive Textile Printing | $7.90 - $9.60/kg |
| THA002 | Sodium Alginate (E401) | ALGACOL™ THA002 Liquid-Phase Medium-Viscosity Sodium Alginate | Viscosity 400-700 mPa·s, Moisture <=15.0%, pH 6.0-8.0, As <=2.0 ppm | Bionic Food, Bakery Moisture Retention, Pharma Sustained-Release | $7.50 - $8.90/kg |
| THB001 | Sodium Alginate (E401) | ALGACOL™ THB001 Solid-Phase Food Grade Sodium Alginate | Custom Viscosity (100-800 mPa·s), Moisture <=15.0%, pH 6.0-8.0 | Frozen Dough, Noodle Elasticity, Industrial Sizing & Textile Paste | $6.80 - $8.20/kg |
| TPA001 | Potassium Alginate (E402) | ALGACOL™ TPA001 Dental & Cosmetic Grade Potassium Alginate | K2O Content 15.0-22.0%, Moisture <=15.0%, Ash 24-32%, Water-Insoluble <=0.6% | Dental Impression Powder, Spa Peel-Off Modeling Masks, Low-Sodium Food | $11.50 - $15.80/kg |
3-Route Procurement Comparison: Why Global Buyers Switch to ALGACOL™
| Evaluation Dimension | ALGACOL™ Direct Shandong Base (www.algamfg.com) | Multinational Giants (CP Kelco / Cargill / FMC) | Generic Uncertified Domestic Traders |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 FOB Price Range | $6.30 – $9.80/kg (Factory-Direct, Saves 25%–38%) | $13.50 – $19.00/kg (High Brand Overhead) | Unstable pricing, hidden adulteration risks |
| Custom Compounding (TSH/TSZ/TSR) | 20 Ready-to-Use Black-Box Blends + Custom Lab Matching | Rigid catalog, 6-month R&D queue for SMEs | No R&D lab, cannot troubleshoot syneresis |
| Mixed 20' FCL Consolidation | Combine Alginate + Carrageenan + Agar + PGA (500kg/SKU) | Strict single-SKU full container minimums | High LCL breakage & moisture caking risk |
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