Xanthan gum Powder (100 g)

Description: Natural gum derived as an excretion product from bacteriae (Xanthomas campestris), composed of pure natural polysaccharides (sugars) constituted of glucose, mannose & glucuronic acid. Purity >98%, White powder, oderless. Gluten-free. Soluble in cold or warm water.

CAS: 11138-66-2

INCI Name: Xanthan gum

Benefits:

• Non-gelling thickener (but binds water) and viscosity enhancer
• Provides volume and enhances foam in surfactants systems
• Stabilizes emulsions
• Has lubricant properties
• Can act as suspending agent
• Pre-hydrated for easy mixing

Use: Dissolve in warm water (ideally sprinkle slowly into water under constant high-speed stirring). Add propylene glycol or buylene glycol to the water phase (3parts glycol,1part xanthan gum) for best dispersion. Also adding up to 0.5% sodium chloride (salt) will increase the thickening effect.

Typical use level 0.5-2%. For external use only.

Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, lotions, creams, body washes, shower gels.