CAS number
11138-66-2
Industry
Food & Beverage
Typical form
Powder
Additive number
INS 415 (E415)
Also known as: Xanthan.
Typical grades: Food, technical and oil-drilling; 40–200 mesh.
About Xanthan Gum
Xanthan Gum is a polysaccharide produced by fermentation. It gives high viscosity at low concentration and is stable across a wide range of pH, temperature and salts.
Uses and applications
Food
Used as a thickener and stabiliser in sauces, dressings, bakery and beverages, and in gluten-free baking.
Industrial
Used in drilling fluids, agrochemical suspensions and paints.
Personal care
Used as a thickener and suspending agent in creams, gels and toothpaste.
Regulatory note and documentation
Food additives must meet the food regulations of the country of use, such as Codex Alimentarius standards, EU rules, US FDA requirements or the Food Standards Code in Australia and New Zealand, for the intended food and use level. Regulatory status, permitted levels and registration requirements vary by country, so please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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