GUM TRAGACANTH

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MOQ : 500 Grams

GUM TRAGACANTH Specification

Solubility
Partially soluble in water forms a viscous gel when hydrated

Other Names
Dragon Gum Shiraz Gum Gum Elect Gum Dragon

Density
0.45 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Purity
Typically >99%

Shape
Powder Flakes Granules

Melting Point
Decomposes without melting

Form
Solid

Molecular Formula
Complex Polysaccharide Mixture

Structural Formula
Long chain polysaccharides of galacturonic acid galactose and arabinose

Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight

Refractive Rate
Not available

Taste
Bland

Ph Level
Approximately 6.0 to 7.5 in aqueous solution

Poisonous
No

HS Code
1301200000

Smell
Odorless

Molecular Weight
Varies (due to its complex nature)

Classification
Natural Gum

Chemical Name
Gum Tragacanth

CAS No
9000-65-1

EINECS No
232-552-5

Grade
Food Grade Pharmaceutical Grade

Standard
BP (British Pharmacopoeia) USP (United States Pharmacopeia) FCC (Food Chemicals Codex)

Type
Natural Polysaccharide

Usage
Thickening agent stabilizer emulsifier binder in food pharmaceuticals and cosmetics

Main Material
Tragacanth gum derived from the plant Astragalus species

Application
Food industry (sauces dressings beverages) pharmaceuticals (binder in tablets) cosmetics (emulsions creams) textile industry (fabric adhesives)

About GUM TRAGACANTH

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.