| CAS# | 9000-30-0 |
| INS Number | 412 |
| E Number | E412 |
| Synonyms | Cyamopsis gum; Guar flour |
| Groups/Uses | Food additive, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Textiles, Paper, Oil & Gas |
| Markets | Food & Beverage, Oil & Gas, Pulp, Paper & Packaging, Personal care & Pharmaceutical, Textiles |
FAQ’S
What is Guar gum?
Guar gum is a powder made from the seeds of the guar plant that is used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
What are the uses of Guar gum?
Guar gum thickens, stabilizes, emulsifies, suspends, and binds ingredients in foods and beverages. It is used as a binder or disintegrator in tablets. It is used in toothpastes, and conditioners. It is used in oil well drilling and fracturing. It improves sheet formation, folding, and surface for printing in paper industry. It is used for sizing, finishing and printing in textiles.
What are the side effects of Guar gum?
The side effects of Guar gum are loose stools, gas production, and diarrhea.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Guar gum to users/customers for Food & Beverage, Oil & Gas, Pulp, Paper & Packaging, Personal care & Pharmaceutical, and Textiles.