OCI-Semi Refined Carrageenan offers a vital role in the confectionery industry by providing a natural, versatile gelling and thickening agent that helps to create high-quality, appealing candies with desired texture, stability, and shelf life characteristics.
Specific Applications in Candy:
• Natural and Vegan-Friendly:
OCI SRC is a natural ingredient derived from seaweed, making it a suitable alternative to gelatin for vegan and vegetarian candy formulations.
• Texture and Mouthfeel:
OCI SRC imparts the desired texture and mouthfeel to candies, making them more enjoyable to consume.
• Stability and Shelf Life:
OCI SRC helps to stabilize candies, preventing moisture loss and ensuring they maintain their desired texture over time.
• Moisture Retention:
OCI SRC’s ability to bind water helps prevent moisture loss and maintains the desired texture of candies, even over time