Description
Xanthan Gum – South Africa’s Top Xanthan Gum Supplier
As a Top Xanthan Gum Supplier, South Chem Trading provides high-quality xanthan gum for use in food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, mining, and oil drilling industries. Known for its excellent thickening, stabilizing, and suspending properties, xanthan gum is one of the most versatile industrial and food-grade additives. Explore our full range of chemicals here.
Product Overview
Xanthan Gum is a natural polysaccharide produced through the fermentation of glucose, sucrose, or lactose by Xanthomonas campestris.
From salad dressings and sauces to drilling fluids and cosmetics, xanthan gum ensures stability, viscosity, and uniformity in countless formulations.
Product Specifications
| ITEMS | STANDARD |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or cream-colored, free-flowing powder |
| Viscosity | 1200 – 1600 mpa.s [1% Xanthan Gum in 1% KCl, Brookfield, LVTD, spindle 3.60 rpm, 25°C] |
| Assay (on dry basis) | 91.0 – 108.0% |
| Loss on drying (105°C, 2hr) | 6.0 – 12.0% |
| V1 : V2 | 1.02 – 1.45 |
| Pyruvic Acid | ≥ 1.5% |
| pH (1% solution in water) | 6.0 – 8.0 |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 20 mg/kg |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 5 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 mg/kg |
| Nitrogen | ≤ 1.5% |
| Ash | ≤ 13% |
| Particle size | 80 mesh: 100% min, 200 mesh: 92% min |
| Total plate count | ≤ 2000/g |
| Yeasts & moulds | ≤ 100/g |
| Pathogenic germs | Absence |
| S. aureus | Negative |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Negative |
| Salmonella sp. | Negative |
| C. perfringens | Negative |
Packaging
- 25kg bags
- Bulk packaging available on request
- Secure and moisture-proof packaging to maintain product quality
Applications of Xanthan Gum
Xanthan gum is widely valued for its unique properties:
Food Industry
- Thickens sauces, dressings, and soups
- Stabilizes emulsions in beverages and dairy products
- Essential in gluten-free baking to improve texture
- Commonly used in frozen foods and ice creams
Cosmetics & Personal Care
- Used in creams, lotions, and toothpaste as a binder
- Enhances stability of oil-in-water emulsions
- Adds viscosity to gels and skin-care formulations
Pharmaceuticals
- Aids in controlled drug release
- Used in suspensions and oral formulations
Oil & Mining Industry
- Thickens drilling fluids and prevents solid settling
- Improves performance in horizontal drilling applications
Other Applications
- Used in concrete for underwater pouring
Why Choose South Chem Trading?
Browse more of our food and industrial chemical solutions or learn more about the role of xanthan gum in food processing.
Looking for a reliable Top Xanthan Gum Supplier in South Africa? At South Chem Trading, we are committed to delivering high-quality chemicals at competitive prices. For product inquiries, bulk orders, or technical support, get in touch with our team today. Contact us here and let us supply you with the right solution for your business needs.
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