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| Xanthan gum is a high‑performance thickener and stabilizer for the food industry. It delivers thickening, suspending and emulsifying functions, and resists acid, alkali, high temperature and high salt. It dissolves rapidly in both cold and hot water. Thanks to its pseudoplasticity, it improves texture and taste with low dosage, solves issues such as precipitation, oil‑water separation and water syneresis, and is compatible with a wide range of food products. Compliant for export, it offers reliable formulation solutions. Polifar is a xanthan gum supplier, with long‑term supply of Meihua xanthan gum and Fufeng xanthan gum. Note: Food Grade · E415 · 80–200 m · 25 kg/bag (Contact the salesperson to negotiate bulk orders for ton bags or other specifications). | |||||||||
Food-Grade Xanthan Gum
Beverage Layering
Sauce Oil-Water Separation
Ice Cream With Ice Crystals
Molten Fillings
Separated Whey
Food-grade xanthan gum assists many daily-life foods. When xanthan gum powder is incorporated into food formulations, it mainly increases the overall viscosity of food to prevent thin-bodied texture. It suspends and stabilizes solids to reduce precipitation in fruit juices and beverages. In sauces, it supports stable mixing of water and oil to avoid oil separation and floating oil. In yogurt and frozen products, it prevents water syneresis and crystal formation that would impair overall mouthfeel. Thanks to its shear-thinning (pseudoplastic) property, its viscosity drops during processing for easy handling and recovers upon standing, facilitating finished-product filling.
Overview
| CAS No.: | 11138-66-2 | Other Names: | Xanthan gum |
| MF: | C35H49O29 | EINECS No.: | 234-394-2 |
| Place of Origin: | China | Type: | Food grade |
| Efficacy: | Thickeners | Brand Name: | polifar |
| Model Number: | Food Ingredients | Appearance: | White Crystal Powder |
| Shelf Life: | 2 years | MOQ: | 500kg |
| Sample: | Free, ≤100g | Criteria Implemented: | GB 25544 - 2010 |
Meihua, FUFENG, Doson, Jianlong
| Supply Ability | 40,000 kg per month |
Product Packaging: | 25kg/bag or at clients' request |
Product Storage: | Stockpiled at the ventilated place, avoiding rain, moisture and insolation. Please handle with care to prevent bag damage, away from toxic substances. |
Loading: | 25MT/20FCL'; 20MT/20FCL' with pallets |
Delivery: | About 1 - 2 week |
E415, xanthan gum powder, is a light yellow to white, free-flowing microbial polysaccharide powder produced by fermentation, purification, and drying of Xanthomonas auricula-judae.
It is typically classified as a food thickener, readily soluble in hot and cold water, exhibits pseudoplasticity, and is resistant to high temperatures, salts, alkalis, and acids. It is usually added in very small amounts to food to solve problems such as solid precipitation, oil-water separation, and water separation.
| Item | Standard |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Thru 80 mesh | ≥95.0% |
| Viscosity | 1300-1700 |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 13.0 % |
| Pyruvic Acid | ≥ 1.5% |
| PH(1% XG solution) | 6.0-8.0 |
| Heavy metals(Pb) | ≤ 2.0 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2.0 ppm |
| Usage | thickeners |
Why Xanthan Gum
You might be able to buy xanthan gum at a price lower than the market price, but be wary of excessively discounted xanthan gum that may be of questionable quality. The market is rife with counterfeit products, and some are even sold as partially genuine. While the price may be low, this could lead to the scrapping of an entire batch of goods. It's a losing proposition, resulting in higher costs.
Polifar adheres to ethical market practices and will never sell inferior products. We are committed to a long-term, friendly partnership with our clients. We provide the best solutions, with complete certifications and a stable supply chain. This gives our clients peace of mind, convenience, and confidence in cooperating with Polifar.
Sauces & Dressings
Dairy Products
Bakery Products
Beverages
Frozen Foods
Confectionery
Xanthan gum has a wide range of uses and is commonly found in the food industry. Many other applications are not shown in the illustrations. For more detailed information on xanthan gum's applications, please read this article.
★ Sauces & Dressings
Improves viscosity, suspension and consistency.
★ Dairy Products
Supports texture and stability.
★ Bakery Products
Helps improve dough structure and moisture retention.
★ Beverages
Supports suspension and mouthfeel.
★ Frozen Foods
Helps maintain texture and stability during processing.
★ Confectionery
Improves consistency and product structure.
For all xanthan gum products purchased from the Polifar Group, Polifar supports providing the following documents, xanthan gum COA，E415 MSDS and TDS, so there is no need to worry about product quality issues.
| Document | Availability |
| COA | Available |
| MSDS | Available |
| Product Specification | Available |
| TDS | Available |
| Food Grade Documentation | Available |
| SGS Report | Upon Request |
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FAQ
Q1: What is The Difference Between Food‑Grade and Industrial‑Grade Xanthan Gum?
A1: Food‑grade xanthan gum complies with food‑safety regulations with strict control over heavy metals and impurities for food applications. Industrial‑grade has low sanitary indexes, only for industrial use and must not be consumed.
Q2: Is Xanthan Gum Bad for You?
A2: It is safe for most people under normal intake. Excessive consumption may cause mild gastrointestinal bloating for a small group of people.
Q3: What Can I Use to Replace Xanthan Gum?
A3: Common alternatives include guar gum, locust bean gum, pectin and CMC. Their thickening and suspending properties vary, so formula dosage needs adjustment.
Q4: Is Xanthan Gum An Emulsifier?
A4: It is not a real emulsifier. It acts as a thickener‑stabilizer, reducing phase separation by raising system viscosity.
Q5: Is Xanthan Gum Vegan?
A5: Yes. It is produced by microbial fermentation of carbohydrates, contains no animal‑sourced ingredients, suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
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