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GlucoStar® 1748

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GlucoStar® 1748 is a cold-water soluble, high viscosity polymer for use in industrial applications. GlucoStar 1748 is a modified, high molecular weight, natural polysaccharide designed to impart enhanced functional properties including: viscosity, rheology modification, solution stability, salt tolerance, surface activity and water retention. The ultra-high viscosity and high solubility of GlucoStar 1748 make it particularly suited for use as a viscosifier and binder in adhesive formulations. In addition, it has excellent tack and film clarity. GlucoStar 1748 is particularly suited for use in wall-covering, outdoor advertising and paper bag adhesives. GlucoStar 1748 is treated with a preservative for the prevention of bacterial or fungicidal breakdown.

Chemical Family: Polysaccharides

Physical Form: Flakes, Solid

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Ionic Character
Anionic

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Adhesive & Sealant Type
Main Applications

• Rheology Modification
• Viscosifier
• Lubrication
• Suspension
• Colloid Protection
• Film Formation
• Binding
• Water Retention
• Adhesion

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
GlucoStar 1748 is supplied as a white flake. Aqueous solutions are translucent and demonstrate excellent stability.
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity (4% Solids LVT, 60 RPM, #4 Spindle)5500 – 8500cp
Moisture Contentmax. 12%
Bulk Density25 – 32lb/ft3
Particle Size (4750 micron)100%
pH Value (4% Solids)10.5 – 11.5

Technical Details & Test Data

Effect Of Solids Concentration On Viscosity

GlucoStar® 1748 - Effect of Solids Concentration On Viscosity

Solution Preparation

GlucoStar 1748 readily solubilizes in water. The flake form of GlucoStar 1748 makes it easy to disperse in water with minimal agitation without the formation of lumps. Maintain agitation for a period of about 30 minutes to ensure complete hydration of the flake particle. The character and amount of agitation required will vary with solids concentration of the polymer and water temperature. High solids and cold water make-up may necessitate longer agitation time.

Solution Preservation

GlucoStar 1748 is supplied with a preservative within the product. Under normal use conditions, GlucoStar 1748 solutions do not require additional preservative.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Availability

GlucoStar 1748 is available in 44 lb multi-wall poly-lined paper bags and 2,000 lb supersacks for truckload and LTL shipments. 

Storage & Handling

Storage And Handling

Because of the hygroscopic nature of GlucoStar 1748, it is highly recommended that the material be stored in its original package in a dry facility. Shelf life can be affected by storage conditions such as temperature, humidity and overall surroundings of the storage area. Long-term storage may lead to hardening of the material within the bag.