Carrageenan MBF-202 | 50 lb Bag

Carrageenan MBF-202 for Meat and Poultry Processing

Carrageenan MBF-202 is a semi-refined kappa carrageenan packaged by Ingredients Solutions Inc. in a bulk 50-pound bag. This carrageenan is specifically designed for injection and vacuum-tumbling applications in further-processed meat and poultry products, including turkey, chicken breast, and other formulated meat products.

MBF-202 functions as a gelling, stabilizing, and texture-modifying ingredient. In processed meat and poultry formulations, it helps improve firmness, slice-ability, and purge control. Its cleaner gel color also makes it suitable for lighter-colored products such as turkey, chicken breast, and plant-based meat formulations.

MBF-202 is designed with controlled particle swelling in cold brine, helping it move through processing equipment without creating unnecessary clogging concerns during injection applications.

Common Applications

Carrageenan MBF-202 is commonly used for:

• Injected meat and poultry products
• Vacuum-tumbled meat and poultry
• Turkey and chicken breast products
• Processed and further-processed meats
• Plant-based meat formulations
• Purge control in finished meat and poultry products
• Improving firmness and slice-ability
• Texture and gel development

Product Specifications

• Product type: Semi-refined kappa carrageenan
• Package size: 50 lb bag
• Packaged by: Ingredients Solutions Inc.
• Manufactured in: Leyte, Philippines
• Ingredient labeling: Carrageenan, salt
• Brine gel strength: 125 to 300 g/cm²
• Powder color: Cream to light tan
• Particle size: Maximum 80% through 200 mesh
• Moisture: Maximum 12%
• pH, 1% solution: 8.0 to 11.0
• Shelf life: 730 days
• Storage: Store the sealed bag in a cool, dry environment

Ingredients Solutions Inc’s Carrageenan MBF-202 is Kosher, Halal, and non-GMO.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carrageenan MBF-202 used for?

Carrageenan MBF-202 is designed primarily for further-processed meat and poultry products. It can be incorporated through injection or vacuum tumbling to improve texture, firmness, slice-ability, and purge control in the finished product.

What type of carrageenan is MBF-202?

MBF-202 is a semi-refined kappa carrageenan. Kappa carrageenan is valued for its ability to form firm gels and provide structure in food formulations.

Where does carrageenan come from?

Carrageenan is extracted from certain seaweeds from the Rhodophyceae family, known as Red Seaweed.

What benefits does MBF-202 provide in meat and poultry products?

MBF-202 can improve firmness and slice-ability while helping control purge in finished meat and poultry products. These properties make it useful in further-processed products where texture, moisture retention, and appearance are important formulation considerations.

How should Carrageenan MBF-202 be stored?

Keep the bag sealed and store it in a cool, dry environment. If stored properly, the shelf life is 730 days.