Karaya Gum
- CAS No.9000-36-6
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
Premium grade Karaya Gum (CAS 9000-36-6) serving as a high-performance natural thickener and stabilizer for pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic formulations.
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Product Overview
Karaya Gum, scientifically recognized under CAS number 9000-36-6, is a natural exudate derived from the Sterculia urens tree. This complex polysaccharide is highly valued in the chemical and manufacturing industries for its exceptional water absorption capacity and swelling properties. As a leading global manufacturer, we supply premium quality Karaya Gum that meets rigorous international standards for purity and performance. Our product serves as a critical functional ingredient across multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food processing, and cosmetic formulations.
Unlike synthetic alternatives, this natural gum offers a biocompatible profile that is essential for consumer safety and regulatory compliance. The material is processed under strict controlled conditions to ensure consistency in viscosity, particle size, and microbial limits. Whether utilized as a bulk-forming agent in health supplements or as a stabilizer in emulsions, our Karaya Gum delivers reliable performance batch after batch.
Key Features
- High swelling capacity in aqueous environments for effective thickening.
- Natural origin ensuring compatibility with clean label initiatives.
- Excellent stability across a wide pH range suitable for diverse formulations.
- Low microbial load and heavy metal content adhering to safety standards.
- Versatile functionality acting as a binder, emulsifier, and stabilizer.
Technical Specifications
| Items of Analysis | Standard of Analysis | Test Results |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White to yellowish brown powder | Conform |
| Assay | ≥99.0% | 99.2% |
| Melting Point | >300℃ | 305℃ |
| PH Value | 2.0～3.4 | 3.0 |
| Ash Content | ≤0.002 | <0.002 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤7.0% | 5.2% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.5 mg/kg | <0.002 mg/kg |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.5 mg/kg | <0.003 mg/kg |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤0.1 mg/kg | <0.0001 mg/kg |
| Total Plate Count | ≤5000 CFU/g | 150 CFU/g |
| E.Coli | ≤6.2 MPN/100g | <3.0 MPN/100g |
| Mold and Yeast | ≤25 CFU/g | <10 CFU/g |
| Salmonella | Not Detected | Not Detected |
Industrial Applications
In the pharmaceutical industry, Karaya Gum is extensively employed as a tablet binder and disintegrant due to its ability to swell upon contact with moisture. It is also a key component in denture adhesives and topical preparations where viscosity control is paramount. Within the food sector, it functions as a stabilizer and thickener in dairy products, beverages, and baked goods, providing texture without altering flavor profiles. Furthermore, the cosmetic industry utilizes this gum to stabilize emulsions in lotions and creams, ensuring product consistency throughout its shelf life.
Quality Assurance
Our commitment to quality is unwavering. Every production batch undergoes comprehensive testing in our accredited laboratories. We analyze physical properties, chemical purity, and microbiological safety to guarantee that the material conforms to factory standards and relevant regulatory guidelines. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and transparency for our B2B partners. We maintain robust supply chain logistics to deliver bulk quantities globally with consistent lead times.
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