Improving Carrageenan Extraction Efficiency and Stability Using KOH, NaOH, and Anti-Caking Agents
This study investigates the impact of varying concentrations of potassium hydroxide (KOH) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH), along with anti-caking agents, on the quality of carrageenan extracted from Eucheuma cottonii seaweed. FTIR analysis revealed that KOH-extracted carrageenan retained key functional...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Universitas Syiah Kuala, Chemical Engineering Department
2025-05-01
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| Series: | Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan |
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| Online Access: | https://jurnal.usk.ac.id/RKL/article/view/42031 |
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| Summary: | This study investigates the impact of varying concentrations of potassium hydroxide (KOH) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH), along with anti-caking agents, on the quality of carrageenan extracted from Eucheuma cottonii seaweed. FTIR analysis revealed that KOH-extracted carrageenan retained key functional groups, including sulfate esters and glycosidic bonds, essential for its classification as kappa-carrageenan. KOH also proved more effective than NaOH in reducing moisture content, preserving structural integrity, and meeting the Indonesian National Standards (SNI) for carrageenan quality. The addition of anti-caking agents further optimized product stability, particularly in moisture control. The result shows that KOH was more effective than NaOH in improving carrageenan yield, with a yield of 46% achieved using 12% KOH and 4 g TCP. Anti-caking agents like tricalcium phosphate improved the product’s moisture control and stability. Future research should focus on refining extraction methods to enhance both product quality and yield. |
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| ISSN: | 1412-5064 2356-1661 |