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product_id: 601103858
title: "Modernist Pantry Pure Sodium Alginate (Molecular Gastronomy) ⊘ Non-GMO Vegan OU Kosher Certified - 50g/2oz"
brand: "modernist pantry"
price: "R645"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Modernist Pantry"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/601103858-modernist-pantry-pure-sodium-alginate-molecular-gastronomy-non-gmo-vegan
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 100% Food Grade, Non-GMO & Vegan Perfect Viscosity for Spherification Orthodox Union Kosher Certified Modernist Pantry Pure Sodium Alginate (Molecular Gastronomy) ⊘ Non-GMO Vegan OU Kosher Certified - 50g/2oz

**Brand:** modernist pantry
**Price:** R645
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Elevate your kitchen to molecular mastery with Modernist Pantry’s pure sodium alginate!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Modernist Pantry Pure Sodium Alginate (Molecular Gastronomy) ⊘ Non-GMO Vegan OU Kosher Certified - 50g/2oz by modernist pantry
- **How much does it cost?** R645 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/601103858-modernist-pantry-pure-sodium-alginate-molecular-gastronomy-non-gmo-vegan)

## Best For

- modernist pantry enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted modernist pantry brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Spherification:** Achieve flawless direct and reverse spherification with the ideal viscosity formula trusted by pros.
- • **Pure Culinary Innovation:** Unlock molecular gastronomy magic with 100% food-grade sodium alginate sourced from natural brown seaweed.
- • **Certified Quality Assurance:** Cook confidently with OU Kosher certification ensuring the highest purity and safety standards.
- • **Plant-Based & Allergen-Free:** Enjoy a vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-free ingredient that elevates your culinary creativity without compromise.
- • **Versatile Modernist Essential:** Thicken, stabilize, and gel cold dishes effortlessly—perfect for ice cream, yogurt, keto pasta, and cocktails.

## Overview

Modernist Pantry Pure Sodium Alginate is a 100% food-grade, non-GMO, vegan powder extracted from brown seaweed, ideal for molecular gastronomy. Certified kosher by the Orthodox Union, it offers the perfect viscosity for both direct and reverse spherification techniques. This versatile ingredient acts as a cold gelling agent, thickener, and stabilizer for a wide range of culinary applications, from keto pasta to innovative cocktails, empowering chefs to create next-level dishes with confidence and precision.

## Description

Description 100% Pure Food Grade Sodium Alginate Powder (e401) for use in spherification and molecular gastronomy.Sodium Alginate (E401) is extracted from brown seaweed. It is used as a stabilizer for ice cream, yogurt, cream, and cheese. It acts as a thickener and emulsifier for salad, pudding, jam, tomato juice, and canned products. It is a hydration agent for noodles, bread, cool and frozen products. In the presence of calcium and acid mediums, it forms resilient gels. It is a cold gelling agent that needs no heat to gel. It is most commonly used with calcium lactate or calcium chloride in the spherification process. Other Details Dietary Attributes: Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Kosher (OU) Ingredient List: Sodium Alginate Allergen(s): None Dcoumentation: Spec/SDS/COA/Misc Videos Cocktail Pods: Colorful Classics, Fresh Ways to Imbibe. WTF - Ep. 180 Rediscover classic cocktails like the piña colada, midori sour... Spherificator? Spherification at Your Fingertips. WTF - Ep. 154 Spherification has never been this fast or easy! Scott and Jan... WTF Agar & Alginate Spherification: Have It Your Way. WTF - Ep. 244 Spherification is broadly broken up into 2 techniques - Algina... Metropolitan Cosmopolitan.

Review: Exactly as stated. Got this to make Boba with my kids worked great.
Review: I was amazed while making keto pasta (recipe by serious keto). The pasta, made with 5 ounces of canned white chicken looks and tasted like angel hair spaghetti. My son was also amazed when he tasted the pasta. He said “you really got something here!” He wants to learn how to make it himself. This stuff is really like the real thing, amazing. I am a diabetic with celiac disease and have tried many pasta replacements, and have given up on having pasta, which is a favorite of mine, until now. Please check out this keto noodle, you will not regret it!

## Features

- 100% Food Grade (beware cheap industrial grade products not meant for human consumption)
- Made from natural brown seaweed
- Has just the right viscosity for both direct and reverse Spherification
- ✡ Highest Quality Assured by Strict Orthodox Union Certification Standards
- Perfect for Molecular Gastronomy and Modernist Cooking applications

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00BLPNHLW |
| ASIN  | B00BLPNHLW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,407 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #24 in Baking Soda |
| Brand | Modernist Pantry |
| Cuisine | Molecular Cuisine |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (814) |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (814) |
| Date First Available | 30 July 2022 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Manufacturer | Modernist Pantry LLC |
| Manufacturer  | Modernist Pantry LLC |
| Product Dimensions | 2.54 x 10.16 x 16.51 cm; 50 g |
| Product Dimensions  | 2.54 x 10.16 x 16.51 cm; 50 g |
| Special Feature | GMO Free, Vegan |
| Units | 59.15 Milliliters |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Modernist Pantry
- **Item weight:** 50 Grams
- **Material features:** Natural, Vegan
- **Specialty:** GMO Free, Vegan
- **Unit count:** 59.15 Milliliters

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Where is this product produced?**
A: This product is produced in several countries including the US, Japan and China. I did not receive a response to an email query to the company so the product could be sourced from anywhere.

**Q: One teaspoon of sodium alginate weights how much?**
A: One teaspoon weighs about 3 grams.

**Q: Is this 100% sodium alginate?**
A: Yes, It is the only ingredient listed on the packet.

**Q: Will this thicken leather dye?**
A: I don’t know. I used it for cooking.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***. on 16 November 2025*

Exactly as stated. Got this to make Boba with my kids worked great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***J on 22 May 2022*

I was amazed while making keto pasta (recipe by serious keto). The pasta, made with 5 ounces of canned white chicken looks and tasted like angel hair spaghetti. My son was also amazed when he tasted the pasta. He said “you really got something here!” He wants to learn how to make it himself. This stuff is really like the real thing, amazing. I am a diabetic with celiac disease and have tried many pasta replacements, and have given up on having pasta, which is a favorite of mine, until now. Please check out this keto noodle, you will not regret it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by L***Z on 6 February 2026*

Excelente 👌

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-25*