Pure Agar-Agar - Red Algae Plant-Based Gelling Agent 500g - Sosa

Pure agar-agar: the plant-based gelling agent for hot and cold applications

Sosa Pure Agar-Agar is a gelling agent (E406) composed exclusively of agar-agar extracted from red algae, with no additives. Used in Japan since the 15th century under the name kanten, it is today the professional reference for firm, highly transparent, thermoreversible gels that can be served hot or cold. Its gelling power is 8 to 10 times greater than animal gelatine, allowing very low dosages. It is not suitable for strongly acidic preparations or freezing, and produces a firm, low-elasticity texture — distinct from the soft, elastic textures achieved with animal gelatine.

Its distinctive feature: gelling begins at just 40°C, well below boiling point. This means the entire liquid does not need to be heated, allowing delicate aromas to be preserved and other elements to be incorporated before the gel fully sets.

💡 This product contains pure agar-agar (E406) with no additives. For a version with added dextrose for easier dispersion in production, see our Agar-Agar Sosa 500g.

How to use

Mix agar-agar into cold liquid while stirring. Heat to 90°C (boiling recommended) with continuous stirring. Use immediately after dissolution. Gelling begins at 40°C — pour quickly into the chosen vessel. The gel can be reheated as many times as needed.

Watch Pure Agar-Agar in action — hot green pea jelly:

Technical Specifications

Allergens: May contain traces of: celery, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, milk, mustard, sesame, soya, sulphites.