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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.
Description
Guar Gum
Primary UsesÂ
- 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 UsesÂ
- 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
- Firefighting Measures
- Fire Hazards: Non-flammable but combustible in dust form
- Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or COâ‚‚
- Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, possible traces of hydrocarbons
- Firefighter PPE: Use self-contained breathing apparatus if exposed to smoke
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