C10H14N5Na2O12P3
Guar gum is a natural thickening and stabilizing agent derived from the seeds of the guar plant, commonly used in various industries including food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
Chicle Gum, Ghatti gum, Kino, Psoralea tatragonoloba, Jaguar Gum, Guar Flour, Indian Guar Plant, and Dietary Fiber
Property
Specifications
Structure
IUPAC Name
disodium;[[[5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3-hydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-hydroxyphosphoryl]oxy-oxidophosphoryl] hydrogen phosphate
Appearance
appears as a fine, off-white to yellowish-white powder. It has a smooth texture and is soluble in water to form a viscous, gel-like substance.
Molar Mass
0.9 million g/mol
Density
0.8-1.0 g/mL at 25 °C
Melting Point
>220°C
Boiling Point
>100°C
Solubility in Water
is readily soluble in water, forming a viscous solution or gel-like substance.
Vapour Pressure
-
Flash Point
-
Viscosity
-
Odour
Odorless
APHA Value
Not Applicable
Hazard Identification
Non Haz
Guar gum finds applications as a thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying agent in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, textiles, paper, oil and gas, and animal feed industries.
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of the market is expected to be 7.2% in 2023, 7.5% in the given forecast period, and 25.0% during the forecast period 2023-2030
available in various grades, including food grade, industrial grade, pharmaceutical grade, cosmetic grade, and technical grade.
India & Pakistan
500 to 1000kg Jumbo bag, drums, 25 to 50kg bags
The shelf life of guar gum ranges from 2 to 5 years when stored in cool, dry conditions and protected from moisture, sunlight, and extreme temperatures.
