Agar Powder GS900 – 900 g/cm² Gel Strength, from Indonesia
Agar Powder GS900
High-Strength Agar-Agar
Agar Powder GS900 from Bospres is formulated for applications that require very firm, self-supporting gels and clean slicing. It supports premium desserts, confectionery, and technical gels where structure and clarity are important.
Product Specifications
Product Name
Agar Powder GS900 – Agar-agar Powder
Application
General food and non-food application
Product Advantages
- Higher strength, firm gels
- Creates solid, stable structure
HS Code
1302.31
Physical & Chemical | |
Color: | White to cream |
Moisture: | Max 12% |
Total Ash: | Max 3% |
Gel Strength: | 900 ± 50 g/cm² |
pH: | 6.0 – 8.0 |
Particle Size: | Min 80%, through #80 |
Acid Insoluble Ash: | Max 0.3% |
Mercury: | Max 0.5 mg/kg |
Cadmium: | Max 1 mg/kg |
Arsenic: | Max 3 mg/kg |
Lead: | Max 0.5 mg/kg |
Microbiological | |
Total Plate Count: | Max 10000 cfu/g |
Yeast & Mold: | Max 100 cfu/g |
Salmonella: | Negative in 25 g |
E. coli: | Max 100 cfu/g |
Others | |
Packaging: | 25 kg multi-walled paper or PP bags with PE inliner |
Shelf Life: | 2 years from manufacturing date |
Storage: | Store in a cool and dry place |
Characteristic: | A natural hydrocolloid |

Agar powder GS900 specifications
Agar powder GS900 has a gel strength of 900 ± 50 g/cm², moisture of max 12% and pH 6.0–8.0, and is white to cream in color. Compared with GS800, it gives higher strength and firmer gels. It is packed in 25 kg multi-walled paper or PP bags with a PE liner, has a shelf life of 2 years from manufacturing date and should be stored in a cool, dry place. Download the full technical datasheet for Agar powder GS900.
Applications of Agar Powder GS900
- Premium desserts: very firm, self-supporting gels with clean slicing at 900 ± 50 g/cm².
- Confectionery: structure and clarity for products where a firm bite matters.
- Technical gels: applications that need strong structure and clarity.
Supply details
- Packaging: 25 kg kraft brown paper bags with PE inliner
- Minimum order: 550 kg (1 CBM)
- Lead time: 14 days after deposit
- Loading port: Tanjung Priok (Jakarta) or Tanjung Perak (Surabaya)
- Terms: CIF, FOB or other Incoterms by agreement
- Payment: 30% T/T deposit and 70% by irrevocable L/C at sight; other terms by agreement
- Shelf life: 2 years from manufacturing date
- HS code: 1302.31
Quality and documents
A certificate of analysis (COA) comes with every lot, and gel strength is measured by the GS Japan method (1.5% gel at 20 °C). Shipments include a commercial invoice and packing list; the SDS is available on request. Certification documents can be requested from our team.
Agar Powder GS900 FAQ
What is the minimum order for GS900?
The minimum order is 550 kg (1 CBM), packed in 25 kg bags.
Can I get a sample before ordering?
Yes. Samples are free of charge, and the buyer pays the shipping cost. Sample size can be adjusted to your request (typically 250–500 g), and delivery time depends on the courier.
What documents come with each shipment?
A lot-specific certificate of analysis, commercial invoice and packing list. The SDS is available on request.
What is the difference between GS900 and GS1000?
GS900 has a gel strength of 900 ±50 g/cm² and GS1000 has 1000 ±50 g/cm²; the other specifications are the same. GS1000 gives the firmest gel, while GS900 suits most firm-gel applications.
Which payment and shipping terms do you offer?
We ship CIF, FOB or other Incoterms by agreement, from Tanjung Priok or Tanjung Perak. Standard payment is a 30% T/T deposit and 70% by irrevocable L/C at sight.
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