A plant-derived, spreadable agar formulation engineered to deliver a soft, delicate texture with smooth spreadability and creaminess — ideal for vegetarian and vegan product lines. This modified agar provides the mouthfeel of traditional gelatin while remaining fully plant-based and free from chemical treatment.
Key features
- Soft, spreadable gel suitable for spoonable and spread applications
- Smooth, creamy texture with high spreadability and decorative piping capability
- High water-binding capacity and good dietary fibre contribution
- Easy, rapid dissolution (recommended 70–80°C) and low gelling point for efficient industrial processing
- Works without additional gelling aids and shows excellent synergy with sugar and other hydrocolloids
- Can replace LMP pectin and iota carrageenan in many formulations
Typical applications
- Cold glazes and cake glazes
- Decorative piping gels and fondants
- Stirred and drinkable yogurts, creamy custards, panna cotta, mousse
- Soft puddings, spreadable jams and marmalades
- Confectionery coatings and filling systems requiring a smooth, spreadable finish
Processing & handling notes for manufacturers
- Dissolve at 70–80°C for rapid hydration; low gelling point simplifies handling on production lines
- Formulates well with sugars and other hydrocolloids — adjust concentration and shear to tune set speed and final texture
- Designed to integrate into standard batching and heat-treatment steps without additional gelling aids
Benefits for food manufacturers
- Delivers a consistent, consumer-friendly texture while maintaining clean-label, plant-based positioning
- Reduces formulation complexity by replacing multiple hydrocolloids in some recipes
- Streamlines production with quick dissolution and manageable setting behavior
Product Details
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Meron
Country of origin:
India
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