Xanthan Gum
Xanthan gum
Xanthan Gum is listed as a raw material/excipient for pharmaceutical or related formulation use. Primary identity: Xanthan gum. Material form/category: Pharmaceutical Excipient. Functional classification: Suspending / Thickening / Stabilizing Agent. Specification basis: Xanthan gum — viscosity/grade as per approved specification. Exact assay, purity, moisture, particle size, viscosity or other critical parameters should follow the approved supplier specification where applicable. Incoming material should be qualified against the relevant COA, approved specification and applicable pharmacopeial/regulatory requirements. Storage, handling and compatibility requirements should be taken from the approved manufacturer/SDS documentation for the exact grade supplied. Catalogue text is intended for product-information and procurement reference and should be verified before regulated or commercial use.
- Functional Role
- Suspending / Thickening / Stabilizing Agent
- Grade / Material Type
- Pharmaceutical Excipient
- Specification Basis
- Xanthan gum — viscosity/grade as per approved specification
- Application
- Commonly used to increase viscosity, improve suspension uniformity, stabilize dispersed systems and modify mouthfeel in liquid and semi-solid formulations.
