Description: Natural gum derived as an excretion product from bacteriae (Xanthomas campestris), composed of pure natural polysaccharides (sugars) constituted of glucose, mannose & glucuronic acid. Purity >98%, White powder, oderless. Pre-hydrated for easy mixing. Soluble in cold or warm water. CAS: 11138-66-2 INCI Name: Xanthan gum Properties: Non-gelling thickener (but binds water), viscosity, volume & foam enhancer, emulsion stabilizer, lubricant, suspending agent. Use: Dissolve in warm water (ideally sprinkle slowly into water under constant high-speed stirring). Add propylene glycol or buylene glycol to the water phase (3parts glycol,1part xanthan gum) for best dispersion. Also adding up to 0.5% sodium chloride (salt) will increase the thickening effect. Typical use level 0.5-2%. For external use only. Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, lotions, creams, body washes, shower gels.
Natural Thickener and Viscosity Enhancer
Note: Item is Non-Returnable, Consists of Raw Materials
External Use Only, This is a Cosmetic Ingredient, Not a Finished Cosmetic Product
Description: Natural gum derived as an excretion product from bacteria (Xanthomas campestris), composed of pure natural polysaccharides (sugars) constituted of glucose, mannose and glucuronic acid. Purity >98%, White powder, odorless. Soluble in water (use warm water to avoid lumps). CAS# 11138-66-2. INCI Name: Xanthan gum. Properties: Non-gelling thickener (but binds water), viscosity, volume and foam enhancer, emulsion stabilizer, lubricant, suspending agent. Use: Dissolve in warm water, usual final concentration 0. 5-2%. Applications: Shampoos, conditioners, lotions, creams, body washes, shower gels.