(1) INCI Name: XANTHAN GUM

(2) Description:
         (1) An anionic heteropolysaccharide sodium salt raw material.
         (2) Suitable for anionic/amphoteric/nonionic surfactants. Not compatible with cationic substances.
         (3) Compared with regular food-grade Xanthan Gum, it has stricter control over heavy metal content and better total microbial count control.
         (4) Viscosity is not affected by temperature. It is pseudoplastic and has anti-binding effects, reducing colloid syneresis.
         (5) Provides thickening effects for emulsions, suspensions, colloids, and shampoos.
         (6) Stabilizing effect on suspensions, emulsions, and foams.
         (7) Good stability within pH range 3 ~ 12.

(3) Chemical Properties:
         (1) Appearance: Fine powder
         (2) Viscosity (1%): 1400 ~ 1700 mPas
         (3) pH (1%): 6.0 ~ 8.0
         (4) Total heavy metals: Max. 10 ppm
         (5) Total microbial count: Max. 1000 cfu/g

(4) Functions:
         (1) Thickening
         (2) Stabilizing
         (3) Suspending

(5) Recommended Dosage: 0.2 ~ 1.0%

(6) Applications:
         (1) Shampoo — thickening, suspending
         (2) Skin care — thickening, stabilizing
         (3) Suspension emulsions — suspending