Guar Gum
Guar gum is a natural polysaccharide derived
from the seeds of the guar plant (Cyamopsis
tetragonoloba). It is commonly used as a
thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying agent in
various industries, including food,
pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and textiles.
Natural thickening agent derived from guar
beans, used in various industries for its gelling
properties.
HS Code
1302.32.00
CAS No
9000-30-0
Chemical Formula
(C6H10O5)n
APPLICATION & USAGE
- Used as a thickener in food products (e.g., sauces, dressings, ice cream), as a stabilizer in beverages, as a binder in tablets and pills, as a flocculant in wastewater treatment, and as a sizing agent in paper manufacturing, among other applications.
- Commonly found in food products, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial applications as a thickening agent.
SIMILAR NAME
- Guar gum
- Guaran
- Guar flour
PACKING
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