Xanthan Gum

Xanthan Gum

Category

Additional information

Product Name

Xanthan Gum

Grades

80 Mesh Food Grade – Standard viscosity and hydration speed
200 Mesh Food Grade – Finer powder for improved dispersibility

CAS Number

11138-66-2

Solubility

Water soluble

Main Functions

✅ Thickening Agent
✅ Stabilize
✅ pH and Temperature Stable
✅ Synergistic
✅ Clean Label & Vegan

Main Applications

Food, beverage, personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications

Product Details

Xanthan Gum – High-Performance Natural Thickener & Stabilizer

Grades Available:

  • 80 Mesh Food Grade – Standard viscosity and hydration speed

  • 200 Mesh Food Grade – Finer powder for improved dispersibility
    CAS Number: 11138-66-2


1. Introduction

Xanthan Gum is a high-molecular-weight polysaccharide produced by fermentation of glucose or sucrose by Xanthomonas campestris. It is a natural, multifunctional hydrocolloid used in food, beverage, personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. It provides excellent viscosity, suspension, and stability, even under extreme temperature or pH conditions.

🧪 Chemical Information – Xanthan Gum

  • Chemical Name: Xanthan Gum

  • CAS Number: 11138-66-2

  • EINECS Number: 234-394-2

  • Molecular Formula: (C₃₅H₄₉O₂₉)n

  • Molecular Weight: ~2,000,000 Da (varies by polymer length)

  • Chemical Structure: Polysaccharide composed of D-glucose, D-mannose, and D-glucuronic acid with side chains

  • Origin: Fermentation of glucose or sucrose by Xanthomonas campestris

💧 Solubility Characteristics

Solvent Solubility Notes
Cold Water Soluble Rapidly hydrates and forms high-viscosity solutions
Hot Water Soluble Accelerates hydration and dispersion
Ethanol / Alcohols Insoluble May precipitate in alcohol-based systems
Oils & Non-Polar Solvents Insoluble Not suitable for oil-only formulations

🧪 Solution Behavior:

  • Forms stable, high-viscosity pseudoplastic (shear-thinning) solutions

  • Compatible with wide pH range (pH 4–10)

  • Retains viscosity under heating, freezing, and mechanical stress

  • Synergistic with other gums (e.g., guar gum, locust bean gum) for gel strength and stability


2. Product Comparison – 80 Mesh vs. 200 Mesh​​

Specification Xanthan Gum 80 Mesh Xanthan Gum 200 Mesh
Particle Size ≥90% pass 80 mesh
≤57% pass 200 mesh
≥98% pass 80 mesh
≥90% pass 200 mesh
Viscosity (1% sol. in 1% KCl) 1458 cps 1340 cps
Shearing Ratio 7.94 7.33
pH (1% sol.) 6.99 6.22
Moisture (Loss on Drying) 10.69% 10.06%
Appearance Cream to light yellow powder Same
Microbial Limits ≤2000 cfu/g (TPC) ≤5000 cfu/g (TPC)
Lead (Pb) ≤2 ppm ≤2 ppm
Ethanol Residue Not tested ≤750 ppm
Shelf Life 24 months 24 months

🔍 Conclusion:

  • 80 Mesh: Standard food grade for sauces, soups, dairy, and general use.

  • 200 Mesh: Finer powder ideal for instant mixes, beverages, cosmetics, and emulsions requiring rapid hydration and smooth dispersion.


3. Functional Benefits

Thickening Agent – Creates viscosity in both cold and hot water
Stabilizer – Prevents phase separation in emulsions and suspensions
pH and Temperature Stable – Maintains function in acidic, alkaline, or thermal systems
Synergistic – Enhances texture when combined with guar gum, locust bean gum, etc.
Clean Label & Vegan – Naturally fermented and non-GMO


4. Applications & Dosage Recommendations

Industry Application Function Recommended Dosage
Food & Beverage Sauces, salad dressings, dairy, beverages Viscosity, emulsion stability 0.05–0.3%
Bakery & Gluten-Free Dough binding, moisture retention Texture enhancement 0.2–0.6%
Cosmetics Creams, lotions, gels Thickener, stabilizer 0.2–1.0%
Pharma Syrups, oral suspensions Suspending agent 0.1–0.5%
Industrial Paints, coatings, cleaning agents Rheology modifier 0.1–0.3%

5. Production Flowchart (Standardized)

  1. Fermentation – Using Xanthomonas campestris

  2. Recovery & Filtration

  3. Purification – Ethanol precipitation and dewatering

  4. Drying – Hot air or vacuum drying

  5. Milling – To required mesh size (80 or 200)

  6. Sieving & Quality Testing

  7. Packaging – Food-grade multi-layer bags


6. Why Choose Chibio Biotech’s Xanthan Gum?

80 Mesh & 200 Mesh Options – For standard or fast-dispersing needs
Consistent High Viscosity & Stability
ISO 9001, KOSHER, HALAL Certified
Fully Food Grade (GB 1886.41-2015 Compliant)
Stable Supply & OEM Packaging Available


7.Why Use Xanthan Gum in Your Business?

🌍 1. Widely Applicable Across Industries

Xanthan Gum is a multi-industry essential—widely used in food & beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and industrial formulations. Its unique rheological properties make it an indispensable stabilizer, thickener, and suspending agent across countless product types.

🌿 2. Clean-Label, Plant-Based & Consumer-Friendly

Produced via natural fermentation, Xanthan Gum is non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly, supporting clean-label claims and compliant with modern health-conscious consumer demands.

⚙️ 3. Powerful Functionality at Low Dosage

  • Thickens and stabilizes emulsions effectively at very low concentrations (as little as 0.05%)

  • Maintains performance in acidic, alkaline, hot, or cold conditions

  • Delivers long shelf-life stability, saving cost and reducing formulation risks

💡 4. Enhances Product Quality & Differentiation

  • Improves texture, mouthfeel, and flow control

  • Prevents ingredient separation in beverages, sauces, syrups, creams

  • Offers smooth dispersion, especially in instant mixes and cosmetics (200 mesh grade)

🧪 5. A Proven Solution with Global Recognition

  • Widely accepted and regulated globally (GRAS by FDA, E415 by EFSA)

  • Certified for KOSHER, HALAL, ISO, and compliant with GB 1886.41-2015

  • Already used by thousands of international brands in food, skincare, and pharma

📈 6. Cost-Efficient & Easy to Integrate

  • Requires low inclusion rates, offering high economic value

  • Compatible with a broad range of ingredients and processing conditions

  • Available in multiple mesh sizes (80 & 200) to suit different dispersibility and viscosity needs

🚀 Add Value. Ensure Stability. Meet Market Trends.

Choosing Chibio Biotech’s Xanthan Gum enables your business to:

  • Enhance product quality while meeting clean-label goals

  • Optimize costs with high-efficiency performance

  • Serve global markets with certified, reliable, and scalable supply

  • Adapt to innovations in vegan, gluten-free, and plant-based products


📩 Contact Us for Samples & Quotation

Searching for a clean-label stabilizer with broad industry applications?

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