The Science Behind Xanthan Gum’s Thickening Power
Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide widely used in the food industry as a thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying agent. The thickening power of xanthan gum is not only a function of its molecular structure but also its interaction with water and other food components. Let’s explore the underlying science that gives xanthan gum its remarkable thickening […]
Xanthan Gum: What Are the Top 50 Questions Asked About It?
1. What is xanthan gum? It is a polysaccharide used as a food additive and rheology modifier. It is produced through the fermentation of glucose or sucrose by the Xanthomonas campestris bacterium. Known for its thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying properties, it is widely used in food and beverage products to improve texture and consistency. 2. […]
Xanthan Gum Adulteration: How to identify & avoid this Industrial Malpractice
Xanthan gum, a polysaccharide widely used in food and industrial applications for its thickening and stabilising properties, is vulnerable to adulteration, for cost reduction and increased profit margins. Dilution with inferior substances increases volume without raising costs significantly, leading to economic fraud. Mislabeling and substitution with similar gums further deceive consumers. Adulteration not only undermines […]
