BENLACTA CM-888 is a Kappa PES (E-407a) from the Eucheuma cottonii of the class Rhodophyceae obtained by aqueous alkaline treatment of high temperatures followed by fresh water washing to remove impurities. Benlacta CM-888 appears as a tan to yellowish, coarse to fine powder which is practically odourless. Benlacta CM-888 provides desirable mouthfeel and cocoa suspension in chocolate milk drinks. It also helps control formation of ice crystals in ice cream; hence, a smooth and creamy ice cream is produced.