Quality functional gelling agents and natural thickeners
Hydrocolloids play an essential role in a wide range of manufacturing sectors, from food and beverage to cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and industrial materials.
Uses of hydrocolloids
With decades of expertise, we understand the science behind hydrocolloids and how to get the best results. Whether you need to improve viscosity, retain moisture levels, enhance stability or achieve a specific functionality, we’ll recommend the right solution for your needs.
What are hydrocolloids
Derived from the Greek words hydro (water) and kolla (glue), hydrocolloids are functional ingredients that interact with water to modify texture and consistency.
Whether naturally derived or synthetically produced, hydrocolloids are widely used to create smooth and stable formulations in food, household products, industrial applications and more.
Thickening and Gelling
modifying formulation viscosity to create stable textures in food, cosmetics and industrial products
Emulsification
modifying formulation viscosity to create stable textures in food, cosmetics and industrial products
Moisture retention
preventing products from drying out
Binding & Adhesion
improving formulation performance
Film Formation
creating coatings across applications, from food to personal care and industrial applications
Controlled release
regulating the release of active ingredients in pharmaceuticals, fertilisers and cosmetics
Stabilisation
ensuring formulations are the optimal texture and do not separate
Why choose aqua-sol Ingredients?
Comprehensive stock
We maintain an extensive inventory of hydrocolloids, ensuring reliability and minimal lead times.
Compliant Products
Aqua-Sol Ingredients Ltd is ISO 9001 accredited. Our food-grade products meet kosher, halal and vegan certification standards.
Competitive PRicing
We source what you need at the best price via our network of suppliers.
Custom-made solutions
We offer a tailored service, blending thickening agents and stabilising formulations to your exact specifications.
Hydrocolloid Products
Food & Beverage
Agricultural & Environmental Applications
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)
Carboxymethyl Cellulose (SCMC, CMC, Cellulose Gum) is a water-soluble cellulose derivative that forms a clear, colourless and viscous solution, stable across a wide pH range.
Food & Beverage
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Carrageenan
Carrageenan is a natural hydrocolloid extracted from red seaweed. It is typically used for its thickening, gelling, stabilising and emulsifying properties in the food, pharmaceutical and personal care industries.
Food & Beverage
Agricultural & Environmental Applications
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Guar Gum
Guar Gum is a natural polysaccharide derived from guar beans. This versatile hydrocolloid provides thickening, stabilising and binding properties, along with high water-holding capacity, making it ideal in a range of food and non-food applications.
Food & Beverage
Agricultural & Environmental Applications
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Gum Arabic
Gum Arabic is a natural hydrocolloid, formed from the sap of the Acacia tree. It is a versatile and highly soluble thickener, emulsifier, stabiliser and film-forming agent.
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC)
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a water-soluble, non-ionic cellulose ether derived from natural plant fibres. It is used as a thickening, stabilising and film-forming agent across various applications.
Food & Beverage
Agricultural & Environmental Applications
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC)
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC) is a water-soluble cellulose ether derived from plant fibres. Its properties mean that it can be used as a thickener, stabiliser, emulsifier and film-forming agent.
Food & Beverage
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Methyl Cellulose (MC)
Methyl Cellulose (MC) is a water-soluble cellulose ether derived from natural plant fibres. Widely used in industries, ranging from food and personal care to pharmaceuticals and construction.
Food & Beverage
Agricultural & Environmental Applications
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Sodium Alginate
Sodium Alginate is a naturally occurring polysaccharide extracted from brown seaweed. It is used as a gelling, thickening and stabilising agent and offers excellent water-binding properties.
Food & Beverage
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Starch
Starch is a versatile carbohydrate polymer derived from plant sources, including wheat grains, potato tubers and corn kernels.
Food & Beverage
Agricultural & Environmental Applications
Household, Personal & Consumer Products
Xanthan Gum
Xanthan Gum is a polysaccharide produced through the fermentation of glucose or sucrose. This versatile hydrocolloid is widely used in food and industrial applications to modify viscosity and stabilise formulations.
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