This product is the sodium salt of starch carboxymethyl ether generated by the reaction of starch with chloroacetic acid under alkaline conditions. It is a white or off-white powder; odorless; hygroscopic. It disperses into a viscous colloidal solution in water and is insoluble in ethanol or ether.
Thickener, adhesive, disintegrator, emulsifier, suspending agent, bulking agent for ice cream, popsicles, jam, instant rice and flour products, bread, sauce and sauce products
