Definitions for "Carrageenan"
a colloidal material obtained from seaweed or Irish moss, used as an thickening or emulsifying agent and for stabilizing foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Red algal galactan biopolymers produced by genera such as Kappaphycus, Eucheuma, Betaphycus, Gigartina, Chondrus and others.
A natural thickener used with water for marbling to create a medium on which paints can float. This can also be found in chocolate milk and some ice creams.