xanthan gum

About xanthan gum

Short Description:
Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide used as a thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying agent in food, cosmetics, and industrial products. It is produced by the fermentation of glucose or sucrose by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris.

Specification:

• Appearance: White to off-white, free-flowing powder

• Solubility: Soluble in hot or cold water

• pH (1% solution): 6.0 8.0

• Viscosity (1% solution at 25C): 1200 1800 cP

• Moisture Content: 15%

• Ash Content: 16%

• Particle Size: 80 mesh (typically)

• Microbial Limits:

  • Total Plate Count: < 5000 CFU/g

  • Yeast & Mold: < 300 CFU/g

  • E. coli / Salmonella: Absent

Common Uses:

• Food: Salad dressings, sauces, dairy products

• Cosmetics: Lotions, creams

• Industrial: Oil drilling, adhesives, detergents