Appearance
Powder ranging in color from white to tan
Properties
- Very soluble in water
- Increase the product's volume.
- Widely used in gluten-free products. (Wheat flour-containing products)
- The percentage of volume used is lower than for other substances (Low dosage).
- Improved viscosity when combined with Guar Gum or CMC.
- Very low calorie content.
Function
- Make the product thicker (Thickening Agent).
- Increase the product's strength and stability (Stabilizing Agent).
- Increase the product's volume (Bulking Agent).
- Aid in the suspension of the mixture (Suspending Agent).
- It is frequently used in conjunction with CMC and Guar Gum.
- Enhance the texture of the product, for example, dairy products and ice cream will have a soft texture.
- Prevent oil and water separation (Emulsifier Agent).
- Provide a sticky structure.
- Improve the chewing texture
- Strengthen the product and reduce damage during the manufacturing process
Applications
- Dressings those are low in fat.
- Starch / sugar products
- Concentrated syrup
- Other
- Cosmetics- Increase the product's viscosity and create a soft, fluffy texture.
Storage
Keep it in a dry and well ventilated place.