Botanical Name: Chondrus crispus
Plant Part Used: Whole
Processing Method: Drying, Grinding
Otherwise known as Irish Moss, Chondrus crispus is a species of red algae. Growing predominantly in North America and Europe, its color varies from greenish-yellow to red to purplish brown. This small sea algae belong to the family of Gigartinaceae and has a rich content of D-galactopyranose, L-galactose units, 2-ketogluconic acid units, and omega-3 fatty acids. The major active components of Irish moss include albuminoids, polysaccharides, and minerals like sulfur, potassium, iodine, and calcium. It is used across varied industries including the food and pharmaceuticals sectors. \n \nProduct Type: Raw Material/Extract Product Category: Organics Product Sub Category: Herbal \n \nProduct Mix Category: Organic RM powders Package-Type: 25.00Kg