Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Name
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Ingredients
- Guar Gum, Guar Plant
- Food Additive Number
- E 412, INS 412
- Technologies
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Uses
- Guar is the most versatile of the Hydrocolloids family. It hydrates quickly in cold water and gives an excellent thickening solution.
- It is used in food such as Bakery, Beverages, Confectionery, Dairy, Meats, Petfood, Sauces, Syrups, Toppings and Fillings.
- Industrial uses: Printing, Textile, Paper, Tobacco and Oil (Fracking) industries.
- Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical: Lotions, creams, tablets, etc
Properties
- Appearance
- White to off white powder
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| 200 mesh (75 Microns) | min. 96 - 97 | % | — |
| Ash Content | max. 1 | % | — |
| Moisture Content | max. 12 | % | — |
| pH | 6 - 7 | — | — |
| Protein | max. 7 | % | — |
| Viscosity | 3500 - 4000 | cps | — |
Safety & Health
- Health Hazards
It is advisable to wear face masks or to handle the powder in an airy room. Spillages of powder may occur during transportation and usage. These would become slippery when wet. Any spillages of this sort should be brushed up initially with any residue being hosed down well.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
Storage & Handling
- Handling Information
Packaging: In 25 kilos boxes with inner polythene liner
Storage: Goods must be stored in a dry, odor free environment
Shelf Life: 2 years from date of manufacturing if kept in optimum storage conditions and original packaging.