Xanthan Gum Food Grade
Xanthan Gum
CAS: 11138-66-2
Thickener
Stabilizer
Gelling Agent
Emulsifier
Food & Nutrition
Personal Care
FDA GRAS
Kosher
Halal
Non-GMO
EU Approved
Overview
A natural polysaccharide produced by fermentation of glucose. Provides excellent thickening, stabilization, and suspension properties in food and cosmetic formulations.
- Effective at low concentrations (0.1-0.5%)
- Stable over wide pH and temperature range
- Pseudoplastic rheology
- Excellent freeze-thaw stability
Chemical Identifiers
INCI NameXanthan Gum
CAS Number11138-66-2
Applications & Markets
Functions
ThickenerStabilizerGelling AgentEmulsifier
Applications
Salad DressingsDairy ProductsGluten-Free BakingBeverages
End-Use Markets
Food & NutritionPersonal Care
Technical Properties
Physical
AppearanceCream to white powder
Physical FormPowder
OdorNeutral
Measured Values
pH Range6 – 8
Compliance & Sustainability
Regulatory Claims
FDA GRASKosherHalalNon-GMOEU Approved
Sustainability
Bio-basedBiodegradable