Dried Eucheuma Cottonii

Dried Eucheuma cottonii is dried seaweed derived from the Eucheuma cottonii species, a type of red algae (Rhodophyta). This species is widely cultivated in tropical coastal areas such as Southeast Asia, especially in Indonesia and the Philippines.

Dried Eucheuma cottonii is dried seaweed derived from the Eucheuma cottonii species, a type of red algae (Rhodophyta). This species is widely cultivated in tropical coastal areas such as Southeast Asia, especially in Indonesia and the Philippines.

Physical Characteristics

• Shape: Branch-like, dry, rough, and lightweight.

• Color: Cream, yellowish, to light brown, depending on the drying method and quality.

• Aroma: Mildly oceanic and natural.

Key Composition

• Carrageenan: The main component often extracted for use as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in various products.

• Minerals: Contains calcium, magnesium, potassium, and natural fibers beneficial for health.

Benefits

1. Food Industry

   • A raw material for producing agar, jelly, pudding, and ice cream.

   • Used in health drinks for additional fiber.

2. Non-Food Industry

   • Ingredient in cosmetics like moisturizers and facial masks.

   • Applied in toothpaste, pharmaceuticals, and textiles as a stabilizing agent.

3. Traditional Health Use

   • Believed to support digestive health.

   • Used as a natural supplement to boost immunity.

Processing Steps

1. Washing: Thoroughly cleaned to remove sand, dirt, and sea salt.

2. Drying: Sun-dried until completely dehydrated.

3. Sorting: Graded for quality before being marketed.