Chemical Name: Xanthan Gum
CAS NO. : 11138-66-2
Application:
Xanthan gum is a high molecular weight polysaccharide. It is produced by fermentation of carbonhydrate with Xanthomonas campestris. Xanthan gum has a special molecular structure. It has many special characterictics in application. It is used as a rheology control agent in aqueous systems and as a stabilizer for emulsions and suspensions. Its numerous areas of applications cover a broad spectrum and range from the food industry to oil drilling.
Specification Data Sheet:
Items |
Index |
Appearance |
Cream colored powder |
PH (1% Solution) |
6.0-8.0 |
Viscosity (1% solution in 1% KCL,
Brookfield LVT, Spindle 3, 60rpm, 25C |
1200 ¨C 1600cps |
Rheology(0.28% Solution in 4.2% NaCl solution) |
600rpm : min. 75 |
300rpm : min. 55 |
200rpm : min. 45 |
100rpm : min. 35 |
6rpm : min. 15 |
3rpm : min. 12.5 |
Moisture |
13% max |
Ash |
13% max |
Particle size |
100% through 60mesh(250micron) |
Min.95% through 80mesh (175micro) |
Packing:
Cardboard drums , multiply paper bag or carton box of 25kg net. seal and stored in cool, dry conditions. |
Xanthan Gum 
