What else do I need to make caviar pearls and boba spheres with sodium alginate?

You need a calcium salt (calcium chloride for direct spherification, calcium lactate for reverse). We sell value packs with both ingredients included plus step-by-step instructions. Free video tutorials on our Kitchen Alchemy YouTube channel.

How do I know this sodium alginate is truly food-grade and safe to use in cooking?

Every batch is Non-GMO, Vegan, and OU Kosher Certified with full technical specs (viscosity, mesh size). We provide Certificate of Analysis, Safety Data Sheet, and Product Spec upon request. Our certifications are verified — not just label claims.

Can I use sodium alginate for anything besides making caviar pearls and boba?

Absolutely. Use it as a natural thickener for pie fillings, sauces, and dressings. Make keto noodles, improve ice cream texture, or create culinary foams. Beyond cooking, it's popular for tie-dye fabric art, bath bombs, and STEM science experiments.

How much sodium alginate do I need, and how long does it last once opened?

A little goes a long way — one 50g pouch makes about 17 cups of spherification solution. Stored sealed in a cool, dry place, it lasts practically indefinitely. Each pouch is resealable. Most home cooks find the 50g size gives months of experimenting.

Can sodium alginate help with acid reflux, GERD, or LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux)?

Sodium alginate is known for forming a "raft" that floats on stomach contents, which may help manage reflux symptoms. This is a food-grade ingredient, not a supplement or medication. Consult your doctor for medical advice about GERD or LPR treatment.

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Pure Sodium Alginate (Molecular Gastronomy) ⊘ Non-GMO Vegan OU Kosher Certified - 50g/2oz

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Brand
Modernist
Item Weight
50 g
Material Feature
GMO Free
Specialty
GMO Free
Unit Count
2 Ounce

🌿100% Food Grade Natural Seaweed

⚖️Precise Viscosity for Spherification

✡️OU Kosher Certified Quality

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🍽️ Elevate your kitchen alchemy—where science meets gourmet artistry!

CHEF GRADE PURITY - 100% food-grade sodium alginate sourced from natural brown seaweed—no industrial fillers, only culinary excellence.
ENDLESS EXPERIMENTATION - 50g resealable pouch yields 17 cups of solution, lasting months for your molecular gastronomy adventures—join the modernist cooking elite.
VERSATILE CULINARY INNOVATION - Beyond spheres—thicken sauces, enhance keto noodles, improve ice cream texture, and craft culinary foams with ease.
CERTIFIED TRUST TRANSPARENCY - Orthodox Union Kosher certified, Non-GMO, vegan, with full technical specs and certificates available on demand.
PERFECT SPHERIFICATION CONTROL - Optimized viscosity for flawless direct and reverse spherification—create stunning caviar pearls and boba spheres every time.

Pure Sodium Alginate is a premium, 100% food-grade ingredient derived from natural brown seaweed, certified Non-GMO, vegan, and OU Kosher. Engineered with precise viscosity for both direct and reverse spherification, it empowers chefs and home cooks alike to create molecular gastronomy masterpieces such as caviar pearls and boba spheres. Versatile beyond spherification, it enhances texture and stability in sauces, keto noodles, ice creams, and foams. Packaged in a resealable 50g pouch, it offers long-lasting use and is trusted by Michelin-starred kitchens worldwide.

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ASIN	B00BLPNHLW
ASIN	B00BLPNHLW
Best Sellers Rank	#29,359 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #89 in Cooking & Baking Thickeners
Brand Name	Modernist Pantry
Coin Variety 1	Sodium Alginate
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,332)
Diet Type	Kosher, Vegan
Global Trade Identification Number	00852473004043
Item Form	Powder
Item Package Weight	0.06 kg
Item Weight	50 g
Manufacturer	Modernist Pantry LLC
Manufacturer	Modernist Pantry LLC
Material Features	GMO Free
Number of Items	1
Product Dimensions	1 x 4 x 6.5 inches; 1.76 ounces
Size	2 Ounce (Pack of 1)
Specialty	GMO Free
UPC	852473004043
UPC	852473004043
Unit Count	2 Ounce
Units	2 Ounce

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