--- product_id: 53485160 title: "Texturas Kappa (Carrageenan) 400 g" brand: "texturas" price: "AED 537" currency: AED in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/53485160-texturas-kappa-carrageenan-400-g store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Natural carrageenan extract Freezes well, maintains texture Rapid gelification on heating Texturas Kappa (Carrageenan) 400 g **Brand:** texturas **Price:** AED 537 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Elevate your plating game with Texturas Kappa – the secret to chef-level gels! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Texturas Kappa (Carrageenan) 400 g by texturas - **How much does it cost?** AED 537 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/53485160-texturas-kappa-carrageenan-400-g) ## Best For - texturas enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted texturas brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Pure & Natural:** Refined powder free of flavors and odors, sourced from red algae - • **Instant Gel Mastery:** Mix cold, boil fast, gel instantly for flawless coatings - • **Firm & Brittle Texture:** Creates a robust gel that breaks perfectly in the mouth - • **Freeze-Friendly Formula:** Maintains gel integrity even after freezing for advanced prep - • **Versatile Culinary Ally:** Ideal for glazing meats like ham and poultry with a smooth finish ## Overview Texturas Kappa is a premium 400g powder of natural carrageenan extracted from red algae, designed for rapid gelification to produce firm, brittle gels. Perfect for professional kitchens, it enables smooth, elegant coatings and withstands freezing, making it a versatile ingredient in modern gastronomy. ## Description Product Description Kappa is a gelling agent extracted from a type of red algae. It produces a gel with a firm, brittle texture which can be used to coat ingredients. Kappa is sold as a refined powder which is mixed whilst cold and brought to the boil for rapid gelification. This product starts to gel when warm, needs to be worked with quickly. Coats very well giving a smooth, fine finish. Also feezes very well giving a good texture. Short strands make this a robust gel that breaks up in the mouth.Part of theTexturas range of products. DESCRIPTION Kappa is a gelling agent extracted from a type of red algae (mainly from Chondrus and Eucheuma genera). It is a carrageenan, a name originating from Carragheen, Ireland, where these algae have been used for more than 600 years. In the mid 20th century, this “Irish moss” started to be produced industrially as a gelling agent. Kappa produces a gel with a firm, brittle texture. IDENTIFICATION / COMPOSITION: CAS Nº: 9000-07-1 + 7447-40-7 E NUMBER: E407+E508 Composition: Carrageenans Kappa (E407, CAS Nº 90000-07-1) 90-75% Potasium Chloride (E508, CAS Nº: 7447-40-7) 10-25% ASPECT Refined powder. Colour cream to light tan. Free of flavours and odours. PROPERTIES Rapid gelification that allows to cover an ingredient. Mix while cold and bring to a boil. Its rapid gelification allows us to cover an ingredient. Once gelled, it can withstand temperatures of up to about 60 °C. In acidic mediums loses part of it gelling capacity though. APPLICATIONS Cooked cured ham, Cooked poultry, Turkey breasts... For utilisation in food preparations. STORAGE Storage away from heat and moisture, preferably at a temperature inferior to 25ºC and at about 65% relative humidity. Directions Mix in cold water, boil and glaze the ingredients. Note: In acidic media, Kappa loses some of its ability to gel. Box Contains Carrageenan Algae Extract. Rapid Gelification, 400g ## Features - Carrageenan Algae Extract - Gastronomy Ingredients - Produces a gel with a firm, brittle texture - Part of the Texturas range of products ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002X82YG0 | | Age Range Description | Suitable for ages 12 and up | | Brand | Texturas | | Brand Name | Texturas | | Coin Variety 1 | Carrageen | | Cuisine | French Cuisine | | Global Trade Identification Number | 08435261900301 | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Package Weight | 1.15 Pounds | | Item Weight | 0.4 Kilograms | | Item weight | 0.4 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Texturas | | Material Features | Natural | | Material feature | Natural | | Model Number | 250061 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Number of items | 1 | | Package weight | 1.15 Pounds | | Part Number | 250061 | | Size | 400 g (Pack of 1) | | Unit Count | 400.0 gram | | Unit count | 400.0 gram | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Texturas - **Item weight:** 0.4 Kilograms - **Material feature:** Natural - **Number of items:** 1 - **Unit count:** 400.0 gram ## Images ![Texturas Kappa (Carrageenan) 400 g - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Eo2WHGGUL.jpg) ## Frequently Bought Together - Texturas Kappa (Carrageenan) 400 g - Sosa - Soy Lecithin Powder - 400g - SOSA Agar Agar Snack 500 g --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/53485160-texturas-kappa-carrageenan-400-g](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/53485160-texturas-kappa-carrageenan-400-g) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-08-12*