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Xanthan gum
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Xanthan gum |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | Xanthan;Corn sugar gum |
| Chinese name | 黄原胶 |
| Chinese synonyms | 汉生胶;黄单胞菌多糖;昔嘌呤树胶;黄胶 |
| Chemical category | Food Acids & Regulators |
| CAS No. | 11138-66-2 |
| EINECS No. | 234-394-2 |
| Molecular formula | (C35H49O29)n |
| Molecular weight | Not provided |
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Technical indicators
Viscosity (1% aqueous solution, 25°C) ≥1200 mPa·s; water ≤13.0%; ash ≤13.0%; pH (1% aqueous solution) 6.0–8.0; total nitrogen ≤1.5%
Performance characteristics
High molecular weight natural polysaccharide, excellent thickening, suspending and emulsion stabilizing properties
Application scenarios
Food thickener, drilling fluid, coatings, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals