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Catalog Number | CI-SC-0591 |
Product Name | Xantham Gum |
CAS | 11138-66-2 |
Description | Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide derived from bacteria called Xanthomonas campestris. It is commonly used as a thickening and stabilizing agent in a variety of food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications due to its unique rheological properties. In food applications, it is often used in gluten-free baking to imitate the effect of gluten, and in dairy products to prevent separation. It can also be found in various cosmetic and personal care products as a thickener and emulsifier, and in oil drilling as a stabilizer for drilling muds. |
Appearance | fine, white or cream-colored powder |
Application | 1. Thickening agent in food products 2. Stabilizing agent in salad dressings, sauces and soups 3. Improves texture and mouthfeel of certain foods, such as ice cream and yogurt 4. Gluten-free baking and food products as a substitute for gluten 5. Used in the production of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics as a thickener and emulsifier. |
Features And Benefits | 1. Thickening agent 2. Stabilizer 3. Provides a smooth texture 4. Enhances the performance of other ingredients 5. Improves spreadability 6. Increases shelf life 7. Reduces the tackiness of products. |