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Exploring commercial processing of Agar-Agar from Marine Algae: An industrial visit report
Authors
Janarthanan R, Jeeva M, Karthikeyan M, Keerthana K, Nivedha V, Sathiyabalan G
Abstract
Agar-Agar, a hydrocolloid derived from red marine algae, holds immense
industrial significance in food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnological fields.
This study explores the production process and commercial importance of
food-grade agar-agar, emphasizing its marine sources, industrial production
stages and real-world practices observed during an industrial visit. The
research highlights agarophytes such as Gracilaria, Gelidium and Pterocladia as
primary sources of agar extraction. Focus is also placed on the role of this
marine-based industry in promoting sustainable entrepreneurship and economic
development in coastal regions.
Pages:69-73
How to cite this article:
Janarthanan R, Jeeva M, Karthikeyan M, Keerthana K, Nivedha V, Sathiyabalan G "Exploring commercial processing of Agar-Agar from Marine Algae: An industrial visit report". International Journal of Research in Pharmacy and
Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 69-73
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