Algin (Noun)
Meaning
A gum used especially as a thickener or emulsifier.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Algin is a gum derived from seaweed that is commonly used as a thickener in foods such as ice cream.
- The company began to use algin as an emulsifier in their salad dressings to improve shelf life.
- As a vegan substitute for traditional gelatin, many recipes use algin as a thickening agent.
- In the cosmetic industry, algin is used as a stabilizer in toothpaste and shaving cream.
- Researchers found that the addition of algin in the recipe helped to extend the product's shelf life and freeze-thaw stability.