• Source: Propylene glycol alginate

Propylene glycol alginate (PGA) is an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener used in food products. It is a food additive with E number E405. Chemically, propylene glycol alginate is an ester of alginic acid, which is derived from kelp. Some of the carboxyl groups are esterified with propylene glycol, some are neutralized with an appropriate alkali, and some remain free.




See also


List of food additives, Codex Alimentarius




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External links


What is the "propylene glycol alginate" found in salad dressings? at The Straight Dope

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• Prof. Mohamad Ali Fulazzaky, Ph.D
• Propylene glycol
• Propylene glycol alginate
• Corona (beer)
• Sour cream
• PGA
• Dietary fiber
• International Numbering System for Food Additives
• E number
• Beer chemistry
• List of food additives