Listing and annotation: Carrageenan
Use: As a non-synthetic non-agricultural product allowed as an ingredient/processing aid in or on products labeled "organic" or "made with (specified organic ingredients/food groups)".
Common applications: Also called Irish Moss. Used in a wide variety of processes and products. Functions as a bulking agent, carrier, emulsifier, gelling agent, stabilizer or thickener. Widely used in dairy products to improve function.
Reference: 7 CFR 205.605(a)
Sunset Date: 11/3/2018