Plan a trial for your application
Gelled desserts
Hold sugar, acid, heating cycle and cooling time constant. Record texture and syneresis.
Clear jellies
Cool at the same concentration and soluble solids in identical containers. Compare light transmission, demolding and overnight syneresis.
Purchase specifications and incoming inspection
Include the intended grade or current specification in the enquiry. Use the table to compare selection criteria and inspection conditions. The specification agreed by both parties defines the contractual limits. ENVO · Agar product information ↗
| Property | Unit | Published or agreed specification | Test conditions and checks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water-insoluble matter | % | ENVO published specification ≤1.0% | For incoming checks, confirm dissolution temperature and the filtration and weighing method. |
| Moisture | % by mass | ENVO published specification ≤15.0% | State the moisture method for the same lot. Prepare comparison gels at equal dry-solids concentration. |
| Moisture | % by mass | Agree for the specific grade | Specify the water test, sampling and sealing conditions. Interpret water content and loss on drying separately. |
When approving a sample, record the grade, methods, limits and specification revision. On receipt, match the packing lot number to the lot-specific COA and record the measured values and release decision.
From samples to commercial delivery
Packaging and receiving
ENVO lists 25 kg bags. Confirm order-specific net weight, units per pallet and label revision.
Storage and handling
Confirm strip or powder form separately. Mark particle grade and actual net weight on the bag.
Sample and order lead times
State food category, sales market, pilot quantity and required arrival date. Confirm MOQ, batch documents, availability and remaining shelf life separately for samples and commercial orders.
Questions from the plant
Why is an agar gel brittle or releasing water?
Keep sugar, acid, heating and cooling conditions fixed. Record texture and syneresis.
Why does the same powder addition give different gel hardness?
Measure moisture and record evaporation during cooking. Retest at equal dry solids and maturation time.
Report a delivery or batch issue
Include the order number, lot number from the package, label photos and inspection records for the affected lot. When retesting, check gel strength and test concentration, setting and melting temperatures, Transparency.
Request documents for your application
TDS · Technical data sheet
For grade selection and sample approval, specify the grade and revision required.
SDS · Safety data sheet
Specify the country or region of use and the required language.
COA · Certificate of analysis
Request a sample COA during supplier review. For incoming inspection, provide the actual lot number.