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Xanthan Gum Food Grade

Identification:

Chemical Name: Xanthan Gum

Synonyms: Corn Sugar Gum

CAS No.: 11138-66-2

Molecular Formula: C35H49O29)n

E-Code: E415

 

Properties: Cream colored fine powder.

Xanthan Gum is a high molecular weight polysaccharide produced by fermentation with Xanthomonas Campestris under the conditions of special nutrient medium, PH, O2-supply and temperature, the purified, dried and milled into white-like or light-yellow free-flowing powder.

 

Specifications:

 Items

Specifications

FX80

FX200

Particle Size

100% through   60mesh(250micro)

100% through   80mesh(180micro)

95% Min.   through 80mesh (180micro)

92% Min.   through 200mesh (75micro)

Viscosity(1%   solution in1% KCL)

                                 1200-1600cps

PH(1%   solution)

                                  6.0-8.0

Moisture

                                 13% Max.

Ash

                                 13% Max.

Pyrucvic acid

                                 1.5% Min.

Heavy metal

                                 20ppm Max.

Lead

                                 2ppm Max.

Arsenic

                                 3ppm Max.

Microbiological


Total plate   count

                                  Not more than 2000cfu/g

Yeast/mould

                                  Not more than 100cfu/g

E. coli

                                  Absent/25g

Salmonella

                                  Absent/25g

 

Application:

Used as a food additive and rheology modifier, commonly used as a food thickening agent (in salad dressings, for example) and a stabilizer (in cosmetic products, for example, to prevent ingredients from separating). Especially in food, beverage, cosmetics which require transparent performance.

 

Packing Storage:

N.W. 25kg/cardboard drum, multiply paper bag or carton box.

Sealed and stored in cool, dry conditions.