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Pharma Grade

Pharmaceutical Grade Guar Gum

High-purity binder and disintegrant, 200–300 mesh, low microbial load.

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Mesh
200–300
Viscosity
4,000–6,000 cps
Moisture
≤ 10%

Overview

Refined to tight purity and microbiological limits for tablet binding, controlled-release matrices, suspensions and personal-care formulations. Produced in segregated batches with full lot traceability.

Typical specification

Typical specification for Pharmaceutical Grade Guar Gum
ParameterTypical value
AppearanceWhite to off-white fine powder
Viscosity (1%, 2 h, Brookfield RVT, 25 °C)4,000–6,000 cps
Particle size99% through 200 mesh, 300 mesh on request
Galactomannan≥ 85%
Moisture≤ 10%
Protein≤ 3.5%
Total ash≤ 0.8%
Acid insoluble residue≤ 2%
Total plate count≤ 1,000 cfu/g
Yeast & mould≤ 100 cfu/g
PathogensAbsent
Heavy metals≤ 10 ppm

Typical values. Each lot ships with its own Certificate of Analysis, and specifications can be customised.

Applications

  • Tablet binder and disintegrant
  • Controlled-release matrices
  • Oral suspensions and syrups
  • Toothpaste, creams and lotions
  • Hair care and cosmetic thickening

Packaging

  • 25 kg multi-wall paper bags with double PE liner
  • Fibre drums on request

Grades available

  • 4,000 cps
  • 5,000 cps
  • 6,000 cps

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