BASF
manufacturer
Ingredient Profile
Natural polymer thickener and rheology modifier for viscosity building and suspension in aqueous formulations.
INCI Name: Xanthan Gum
CAS Number: 11138-66-2
IUPAC Name: N/A
EC Number: 234-394-2
Molecular Formula: N/A
Ionic Type: Anionic polymer behavior in water
Chemical Family: N/A
Abbreviations: N/A
Xanthan Gum is a natural polymer rheology modifier used for thickening, suspension, and viscosity stability in aqueous systems.
Xanthan Gum is a high-molecular-weight polysaccharide used as a rheology modifier in personal care, home care, food-related, and technical aqueous formulations. It provides viscosity, particle suspension, emulsion stabilization support, and tolerance to a range of electrolyte and pH conditions depending on grade and hydration process.
Hydration method, shear, addition order, particle size, microbial quality, and preservative system can strongly affect final viscosity and clarity.
Typical Use Level: Commonly used around 0.05-1.0% depending on viscosity target, hydration process, electrolyte level, and product type.
Solubility: Hydrates and disperses in water
pH Range: 3 - 11
Functional Role: Thickener, rheology modifier, suspension aid, and stabilization support polymer.
| Property | Value | Unit | Source / Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Cream to off-white powder | N/A | Typical commercial form |
| Viscosity | High viscosity contribution at low dosage | N/A | Hydration and grade dependent |
| pH | 6 - 8 | N/A | Typical solution pH; supplier dependent |
| Solubility Water | Dispersible/hydratable in water | N/A | Requires proper wet-out and mixing |
| Moisture Content | Supplier dependent | N/A | Check CoA/TDS |
| Particle Size | Supplier dependent | N/A | Affects hydration and lumping risk |
Water
status: compatible | Hydrates in water with proper dispersion
High Salt Systems
status: limited | Viscosity tolerance depends on grade and electrolyte level
Strong Acids
status: limited | Check pH and hydrolysis stability for the selected system
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Review and verify supplier SDS/TDS before handling, scale-up, or commercial use. Powder handling can generate nuisance dust; use dust controls and avoid inhalation.
Suitability depends on grade, microbial limits, purity, application, market, and regional requirements. Confirm with supplier SDS/TDS and grade documentation.