Guar gum
Guar gum, also called guaran, is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from guar beans that has thickening and stabilizing properties useful in food, feed, and industrial applications. The guar seeds are mechanically dehusked, hydrated, milled and screened according to application.[1] It is typically produced as a free-flowing, off-white powder.
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.029.567 |
E number | E412 (thickeners, ...) |
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Properties | |
Density | 0.8-1.0 g/mL at 25 °C |
Acidity (pKa) | 5-7 |
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Safety data sheet (SDS) | MSDS |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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