Process fit
Hydration method, heat and shear can change performance. Share the manufacturing sequence and known constraints before selecting candidates for a trial.
Nutraceutical & Food Ingredients
Xanthan Gum
Xanthan gum enquiries defined by application, viscosity target, hydration process and required grade.
A catalogue listing does not confirm stock. Grade, specification, documents, quantity and delivery terms are confirmed for each source and quotation.
Material fileCAS 11138-66-2
Xanthan
Xanthan gum
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Requirement guide
Thickeners and stabilisers: application and process details
A thickener or stabiliser should be selected against the target texture, process and product environment. Naming the desired function is more useful than requesting a generic product family alone.
System compatibility
The wider formulation can influence viscosity and stability. A production-representative trial remains important before adoption.
Material identity
- Chemical name
- Xanthan gum
- CAS Number
- 11138-66-2
Typical applications
- Food and beverage texture systems
- Suspension and stability systems
- Formulation trials
Information to include in the enquiry
- Target grade or reference product
- Viscosity method and target
- Formulation and process conditions
- Quantity and document requirements
Specifications
Contact us to confirm the specification available for the selected material and source.
Ask us which COA, TDS and SDS documents are available for the selected material and source.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a thickener be selected from viscosity alone?
Viscosity is only one factor. Texture, suspension, process tolerance, compatibility and finished-product stability may also matter.
Should the material be production tested?
Your technical team should validate the selected material in the intended formulation and process before commercial use.