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C1013

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Carrageenan

suitable for gel preparation

Synonym(s):

Vegetable gelatin

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CAS Number:
9000-07-1
EC Number:
232-524-2
MDL number:
MFCD00081480
UNSPSC Code:
12352201
NACRES:
NA.25
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biological source

algae (red)

Quality Level

200

description

Predominantly κ and lesser amounts of λ carrageenan

form

powder

color

white to light brown

useful pH range

7.5-10.5 (1.5% in water)

cation traces

Ca: <3.5%
K: <11%
Na: <2.0%

suitability

suitable for gel preparation

storage temp.

room temp

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General description

Carrageenans are mucopolysaccharides from the cell walls of the red algae. They are anionic linear polymers composed of 1,3α-1,4β-galactans having one (κ-), two (ι-) or three (λ-) sulfates per disaccharide unit. In ionic solutions, κ- and ι-carrageenans self-associate into helical structures that form rigid or flexible gels, respectively. λ-carrageenans do not form helices and are non-gelling. Carrageenans are used commercially as thickeners and stabilizing agents.

Application

Carrageenans are used to suppress immune response in vivo and in vitro via mechanisms believed to involve selective cytopathic effect on macrophages. As ι-, κ-, and λ-carrageenans have varying degress of sulfation, they may be studied comparatively for differences in protective, antiviral, and immunosuppression activities.
Carrageenans are used to suppress immune response in vivo and in vitro via mechanisms believed to involve selective cytopathic effect on macrophages.[1] As ι-, κ-, and λ- carrageenans have varying degrees of sulfation, they may be studied comparatively for differences in protective, antiviral, and immunosuppression activities.[1] Carrageenan may be used in the development of biomaterials such as bone graft substitutes; entrapping vessels such as biobeads and encapsulation vehicles for drug delivery. Carrageenan be used to develop hydrogels.[2]

Preparation Note

Blended from various seaweeds to produce rigid gels.

Other Notes

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Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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0000363380
0000363381
0000363382
0000316616
0000316619

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José A Fernández-Romero et al.
Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, 56(1), 358-368 (2011-11-09)
Topical microbicides that block the sexual transmission of HIV and herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) are desperately needed to reduce the incidence of HIV infections worldwide. Previously we completed phase 3 testing of the carrageenan-based gel Carraguard. Although the trial
Ahu Uraz et al.
Journal of clinical and experimental dentistry, 5(1), e23-e29 (2014-01-24)
The objective of this study was to histologically and histomorphometrically evaluate the efficacy of the new formulations of eggshell-derived calcium carbonate in rats. The study was conducted on 30 adult male rats. Four standardized and circular intrabony defects were created
Immunopharmacology of the macrophage-toxic agent carrageenan.
A W Thomson et al.
International journal of immunopharmacology, 1(4), 247-261 (1979-01-01)
A W Thomson
Biomedicine / [publiee pour l'A.A.I.C.I.G.], 28(3), 148-152 (1978-05-01)
Since the biological effects of carrageenan were reviewed in 1972 by Di Rosa it has become clear from a large number of reports that this algal polysaccharide markedly influences immune responses. Profound suppression of immunity evidenced by impaired antibody production
Bangde Li et al.
PloS one, 8(1), e54975-e54975 (2013-01-30)
Topical microbicides are a promising solution to address the global threat of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. To be successful, a microbicide not only needs to be biologically functional but also highly acceptable to users. User acceptability of microbicides
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  1. How is shipping temperature determined? And how is it related to the product storage temperature?

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    1. Products may be shipped at a different temperature than the recommended long-term storage temperature. If the product quality is sensitive to short-term exposure to conditions other than the recommended long-term storage, it will be shipped on wet or dry-ice. If the product quality is NOT affected by short-term exposure to conditions other than the recommended long-term storage, it will be shipped at ambient temperature. As shipping routes are configured for minimum transit times, shipping at ambient temperature helps control shipping costs for our customers. For more information, please refer to the Storage and Transport Conditions document: https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/deepweb/assets/sigmaaldrich/marketing/global/documents/316/622/storage-transport-conditions-mk.pdf

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  3. What is the average molecular weight?

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    1. The molecular weight of this product is not determined. Historical data indicate that this material is comprised primarily of the kappa form. In general, Carrageenans have a number average molecular weight range of 193 kDa to 324 kDa with an average molecular weights range of 453 kDa to 652 kDa. Please see the link below for additional information:
      https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11552743/

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  4. Is this carrageenan a mixture of kapa and lamda?

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    1. Per the properties section, Product C1013 is a mixture of predominantly κ (kappa) and lesser amounts of λ (lambda) carrageenan.

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