Guar Gum

Guar gum is a natural food ingredient derived from the endosperm of guar beans, a legume native to India and Pakistan. It is a versatile pollysaccharide that has gained popularity in the food industry due to its unique functional properties.

Application

Guar gum offers a range of applications in the food industry. It is utilized for thickening both cold and hot liquids, creating gel-like substances, generating light foams, and acting as an emulsion stabilizer. Guar gum finds use in a variety of food products such as cottage cheese, yogurt, sauces, soups, and frozen desserts.

Formulation

Guar gum is typically pre-hydrated before use. This involves adding the required amount of guar gum to water and allowing it to hydrate.

Specification

Appearance: White to yellowish powder that is odorless and tasteless.

Particle size: Dependent on application.

Solubility: Soluble in cold water.

Viscosity: High viscosity.

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