Explain Sodium alginate

Sodium alginate helps in aiding cloud retention and inhibits clarification in orange squash and crush. It has been used as the most efficient stabilizer in the fermentable fruit milk beverages. Blend of alginate and phosphate is effective as a stabilizer for cocoa powder in chocolate milk drinks. In beer, this acts as an auxiliary fining agent for a perfect clarity. Propylene glycol alginate has the advantage of constant quality, unlimited availability and high resistance to acid degradation, hence been used for long in salad dressings.