Guar Gum

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Guar Gum is a natural polysaccharide extracted from the endosperm of the guar bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). It appears as an off-white to cream-colored powder with a neutral odor and bland taste. Guar Gum is a galactomannan composed mainly of mannose and galactose units, known for its excellent water-binding, thickening, and stabilizing properties. It forms highly viscous solutions even at low concentrations, making it a versatile hydrocolloid used widely across food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, oilfield, and industrial applications.

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Guar Gum

Primary Uses

Food Industry

Thickening agent in sauces, soups, gravies, and dairy products like yogurt and ice cream.
Functions as a stabilizer and emulsifier in dressings, bakery fillings, and beverages to improve texture and shelf life.
Used as a dietary fiber source and fat replacer in low-calorie and gluten-free food formulations.
Acts as a binding agent in meat products and bakery goods.
Helps improve freeze-thaw stability and prevents ice crystal formation in frozen foods.

Pharmaceutical Industry

Used as a binder and disintegrant in tablet formulations for controlled drug release.
Functions as a thickening and suspending agent in liquid oral and topical medications.
Incorporated in capsule formulations to improve consistency and stability.
Acts as a film-former and stabilizer in pharmaceutical gels and creams.

Cosmetics and Personal Care

Serves as a viscosity enhancer in shampoos, conditioners, lotions, and creams.
Acts as a stabilizer and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations to improve texture and spreadability.
Used in toothpaste formulations for gel formation and suspension of abrasive particles.
Provides moisture retention and skin feel improvement in personal care products.

Oil and Gas Industry

Applied as a friction reducer, thickener, and stabilizer in hydraulic fracturing fluids and drilling muds to improve fluid properties and suspension of solids.
Used in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) to increase the viscosity of injection water and improve sweep efficiency.

Industrial Applications

Employed in textile printing and sizing as a thickener and binder for dyes and pigments.
Used in paper manufacturing as a retention aid and to improve paper strength and finish.
Functions as a binder in adhesives and coatings.
Used in explosives manufacture as a thickener for slurry explosives.

Secondary Uses

Agriculture

Used as a carrier and binder for fertilizers and pesticides.
Investigated for soil conditioning and moisture retention improvement.

Environmental Applications

Used in wastewater treatment to aid in flocculation and sedimentation of suspended solids.

Food Packaging

Explored as a biodegradable film former for edible coatings and food packaging materials.

Biomedical Applications

Investigated for drug delivery systems and wound dressings due to its biocompatibility and film-forming ability.

PRODUCT KEY FEATURES

Basic Identification Attributes

Chemical Name (IUPAC): Galactomannan
Common/Trade Name: Guar Gum
CAS Number: 9000-30-0
HS Code: 1302.32.00
Molecular Formula: (C6H10O5)n (polysaccharide)
Synonyms: Guaran; Cyamopsis gum; Guar flour

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical State: Powder
Color & Odor: Off-white to cream; bland odor and taste
Solubility: Soluble in cold and hot water, forming viscous solutions
pH (1% aqueous solution): 5.0–7.0 (neutral/slightly acidic)
Viscosity: High viscosity even at low concentrations (depends on batch and molecular weight)
Stability: Stable in dry form; viscosity can be affected by pH extremes and microbial contamination

Safety & Hazard Attributes

GHS Classification: Generally regarded as safe (GRAS)
Toxicity: Non-toxic; edible and biodegradable
Allergenicity: Low; rare reports of hypersensitivity

Storage & Handling Attributes

Container Type: Sealed bags, drums, or bulk containers
Storage Conditions: Cool, dry place away from moisture and contaminants
Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage
Handling Notes: Avoid dust inhalation; use dust masks if necessary

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

Approved as a food additive (E412) by FDA, EFSA, and other regulatory agencies
Complies with pharmaceutical and cosmetic ingredient standards
Non-GMO and organic grades available

Environmental & Health Impact

Biodegradability: Fully biodegradable and environmentally friendly
Ecotoxicity: Non-toxic to aquatic life
Bioaccumulation: None expected
Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity: Not classified; safe for human use

SAFETY HANDLING ATTRIBUTES

Safety Handling Precautions

PPE Required: Dust mask, gloves, safety goggles when handling powder
Handling Guidelines: Use in well-ventilated areas; avoid dust generation and inhalation
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after handling; avoid contact with eyes

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move to fresh air if respiratory discomfort occurs
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; rare irritation possible
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Ingestion: Generally safe; seek medical advice if large amounts swallowed