Sodium alginate occurs as an odorless and tasteless, white to pale yellowish-brown colored powder.
Sodium alginate can be used as a flavorless gum. It is used by the foods industry to increase viscosity and as an emulsifier. It is also used in indigestion tablets and the preparation of dental impressions.Alginate is a gum derived from alginic acid that is used to provide thickening, gelling, and binding.







