Ingredient · E406

Agar

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add agar primarily as a gelling agent, thickener, and stabilizer. It is commonly …

What it is

Agar is a gelatin-like substance derived from red algae, a type of seaweed. It is extracted from the algae and typically processed into flakes, powder, or bars for use in food products.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add agar primarily as a gelling agent, thickener, and stabilizer. It is commonly found in desserts, jellies, puddings, baked goods, and some frozen foods.

Health notes

In the United States, agar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is considered safe for consumption at typical intake levels. JECFA has evaluated agar and did not set a numeric limit for its acceptable daily intake, considering it safe at levels used in food. EFSA has also evaluated agar and considers it safe for use as a food additive. There are no notable controversies regarding its safety.

Allergen info

Agar is not a major allergen and is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It is also gluten-free.

Products containing Agar

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Kellogg Company US Kellogg Special K Protein Bars Chocolatey Dipped Mint 15.9Oz Cereal/Muesli Bars High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving —kcal 18.8Protein 13.3Fat 54.9Carbs Kellogg Company US Kellogg Special K Protein Bars Chocolatey Brownie 15.9Oz Cereal/Muesli Bars High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving —kcal 18.9Protein 12.9Fat 54.6Carbs FRESH & EASY Apple Blossoms Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 307kcal 3.5Protein 14.9Fat 36.8Carbs FRESH&EASY Flakey Pastry Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 298kcal 2.6Protein 14.0Fat 36.8Carbs FRESH & EASY Apple Caramel Blossoms Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 307kcal 2.6Protein 15.8Fat 36.8Carbs

Lyrical Foods, inc Kite Hill, Artisan Almond Milk Yogurt, Peach Yogurt 120kcal 3.3Protein 7.3Fat 10.7Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Creamy Vanilla Frosting Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 433kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 66.7Carbs Starr Culinary Delights Inc. Starr Culinary Delights, Coffee Cake, Mini Apple Caramel Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 481kcal 3.7Protein 22.2Fat 63.0Carbs KIMBERLEY'S BAKESHOPPE Gourmet Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 406kcal 2.9Protein 20.3Fat 53.6Carbs KIMBERLEY'S BAKESHOPPE Gourmet Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 386kcal 3.6Protein 19.3Fat 51.8Carbs LINDA ELLEN'S BAKERY Linda Ellen's Bakery, Danish Bread, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 281kcal 9.3Protein 9.3Fat 40Carbs FRESH & EASY Freshly Baked Apple Pie Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 276kcal 1.6Protein 13.8Fat 39.0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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