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Xanthan Gum, Prehydrated

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Catalog Number CI-SC-0529
Product Name Xanthan Gum, Prehydrated
CAS 11138-66-2
Description Natural gum derived as an excretion product from bacteriae (Xanthomas campestris), composed of pure natural polysaccharides (sugars) constituted of glucose, mannose & glucuronic acid. Purity >98%. Gluten-free.
Solubility Soluble in cold or warm water
Appearance White powder, oderless
Application Shampoos, conditioners, lotions, creams, body washes, shower gels.
Storage Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Composition Xanthan gum
Features And Benefits Non-gelling thickener (but binds water) and viscosity enhancerProvides volume and enhances foam in surfactants systemsStabilizes emulsionsHas lubricant propertiesCan act as suspending agentPre-hydrated for easy mixing
GMO GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
HS Code 1301909100
INCI Xanthan gum
Manufacture Xanthan gum is produced from the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris in the presence of a carbohydrate solution. The xanthan polymer is precipitated from the medium by the addition of isopropyl alcohol, and the precipitate is dried and milled to give a powder.
Preservation Preservative-free
Purity Grade No purity grade applicable
Raw Material Source Bacterium Xanthomonas campestris
Uses Dissolve in warm water (ideally sprinkle slowly into water under constant high-speed stirring). Add propylene glycol or butylene glycol to the water phase (3parts glycol,1part xanthan gum) for best dispersion. Also adding up to 0.5% sodium chloride (salt) will increase the thickening effect. Typical use level 0.5-2%. For external use only.
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