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The market for seaweed-derived hydrocolloids, agars, alginates, and carrageenans [1].
| Product | Global Production (ton/year) | Retail Price (US$/kg) | Approximate Gross Market Value (US$ million/year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agars | 10,600 | 18 | 191 |
| Alginates | 30,000 | 12 | 339 |
| Carrageenans | 60,000 | 10.4 | 626 |
