Product identity
- Chemical name
- Guar gum (galactomannan)
- CAS number
- 9000-30-0
- HS code
- 1302.32
- Packaging
- 25 kg bag
- Availability
- To order, FCL or part load
- Origin
- India
Hydrocolloid
Guar Gum
Industrial-grade guar gum powder, a natural galactomannan polymer giving rapid hydration and high viscosity at low dosage. Supplied in viscosity bands and mesh sizes to suit the application; derivatised grades available to order.
Grades supplied
| Standard industrial | 3,500–5,000 cps | Standard |
| Fast-hydrating | High shear stability | Micronized |
Typical properties
| Property | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Viscosity, 1 % solution | ≥ 3,500 cps | Brookfield, 25 °C |
| Fineness | 200 mesh, 99 % passing | Sieve |
| Moisture | ≤ 12 % | Oven |
| Protein | ≤ 5.0 % | Typical |
| pH, 1 % solution | 5.5–7.0 | Typical |
Standard grades
- Mineral processing and flotation
- Textile sizing and printing
- Paper wet-end additive
- Explosives and slurry gelling
Values are typical and are confirmed on the certificate of analysis supplied with each lot. They do not constitute a specification unless agreed in writing.