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Guar Gum
CAS No. 9000-30-0

Guar Gum

Food and Feed Additives

Guar gum (E412) is a natural hydrocolloid thickener and stabiliser derived from guar beans, used in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and oilfield applications.

Chemical FormulaPolysaccharide
PurityGalactomannan ≥ 75%
AppearanceOff-White to Cream Powder
GradeFood Grade
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Product Description

Guar Gum (E412) is a natural galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from the endosperm of guar beans (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). It is one of the most efficient natural thickeners and stabilisers available, with high water-binding capacity and ability to form viscous solutions at low concentrations.

Our food grade guar gum is manufactured under HACCP-certified conditions and conforms to FCC, E412 and JECFA specifications. It is used as a thickener, binder, stabiliser and emulsion stabiliser in a wide range of food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and industrial applications.

Applications

  • Thickener and stabiliser in sauces, dressings and soups
  • Ice cream and dairy product texture improvement
  • Gluten-free baking (binder and structure agent)
  • Noodle and pasta processing
  • Pharmaceutical tablet binder and disintegrant
  • Cosmetic thickener in lotions and creams
  • Paper manufacturing (dry strength improvement)
  • Oil and gas industry (fracturing fluid)

Technical Information

Chemical NameGuar Gum
CAS Number9000-30-0
Molecular FormulaPolysaccharide
PurityGalactomannan ≥ 75%
AppearanceOff-White to Cream Powder
Galactomannan Content≥ 75%
Moisture≤ 12%
Protein≤ 10%
Ash≤ 1.5%
Viscosity (1% solution, 25°C)3000 – 5000 mPa·s
UN NumberNot regulated
Hazard ClassNot classified as dangerous goods

Packaging Information

Available in moisture-resistant packaging. Custom options on request.

25 kg BagPE/PP food-grade bag
1000 kg BagFIBC / big bag
StorageCool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials

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