Product Description
Gum Tragacanth, a natural polysaccharide derived from Astragalus species, is a multifaceted product suited for various industries including food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and textiles. With applications as a thickening agent, stabilizer, emulsifier, and binder, it is esteemed for its purity exceeding 99%. This odorless powder comes in solid form with a taste classified as bland, making it an ideal choice for use in sauces, dressings, beverages, tablets, creams, emulsions, fabric adhesives, and more. With a molecular formula of complex polysaccharide mixture and a storage requirement in a cool, dry place, Gum Tragacanth conforms to BP, USP, and FCC standards.
FAQs of GUM TRAGACANTH:
Q: What is the main application of Gum Tragacanth?
A: Gum Tragacanth finds widespread application in the food industry for sauces, dressings, and beverages, pharmaceuticals as a binder in tablets, cosmetics in emulsions and creams, and the textile industry for fabric adhesives.
Q: How should Gum Tragacanth be stored?
A: It is recommended to store Gum Tragacanth in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight to maintain its quality.
Q: What is the purity level of Gum Tragacanth?
A: Gum Tragacanth typically exhibits a purity level exceeding 99%, ensuring high quality and performance in various applications.
Q: What are the standards that Gum Tragacanth conforms to?
A: Gum Tragacanth conforms to BP (British Pharmacopoeia), USP (United States Pharmacopeia), and FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) standards, ensuring its quality and safety.
Q: What is the molecular formula of Gum Tragacanth?
A: Gum Tragacanth is a complex polysaccharide mixture with no defined molecular formula due to its complex nature.