Our Carboxymethylcellulose, commonly known as CMC, is a high-quality food thickener and stabilizer marketed by SaporePuro, an established ingredient company in Turin, Italy. CMC is widely used in the food industry due to its many functional properties.
CMC is a polysaccharide synthesized from cellulose, and is particularly valued for its ability to form viscous gels and stabilize food preparations. The recommended dosage may vary depending on the recipe, but it is generally recommended to use amounts ranging from 0.1% to 1% relative to the total weight of ingredients.
CMC finds use in various food products, such as sauces, creams, desserts, baked goods, and ice cream. Compared with other thickeners, such as gelatin or xanthan gum, CMC offers some significant advantages. First, CMC is plant-based, making it suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets. In addition, CMC has a very high water-binding capacity, providing greater stability and consistency to preparations. In addition, CMC is resistant to changes in pH and temperature, maintaining its thickening properties even under adverse conditions.
In the ice cream industry, CMC is used as a thickener and stabilizer to improve product structure and texture. Added to the base of ice cream, CMC helps reduce the formation of ice crystals, making ice cream more creamy and silky. In addition, CMC helps stabilize emulsions and maintain consistency even during storage.
An example of a recipe using CMC is chocolate pudding. To prepare it, dissolve 20 grams of CMC in 500 ml of hot milk, adding 100 grams of sugar and 30 grams of cocoa powder. Bring the mixture to a boil and continue stirring until the pudding thickens. Pour the pudding into small cups and let cool in the refrigerator for at least an hour. The CMC will help give the pudding a smooth, creamy texture, making the experience of enjoying it even more enjoyable.
With SaporePuro's CMC, you can achieve high-quality food preparations by improving the texture, consistency and stability of your products.