Karaya Gum
- Botanical Source: Sterculia urens
- Common Names: Indian tragacanth, sterculia gum, karaya gum
- Appearance: Karaya gum is a natural exudate obtained from the dried sap of the Sterculia urens tree. It is usually found in the form of irregular, translucent, amber-colored lumps.
- Solubility: Karaya gum is partially soluble in water and forms a slimy, mucilaginous solution.
- Chemical Composition: Karaya gum is composed of a complex mixture of polysaccharides, including galactose, rhamnose, and galacturonic acid.
- Pharmaceutical Industry:
- Used as a binder, thickener, and emulsifier in the formulation of pharmaceutical tablets, syrups, and suspensions.
- Commonly employed in the production of oral medications to improve texture and stability.
- Food Industry:
- Utilized as a thickening agent, stabilizer, and emulsifier in food products such as ice creams, sauces, and salad dressings.
- Acts as a fat replacer in certain low-fat food formulations.
- Cosmetics and Personal Care Products:
- Found in cosmetic and personal care items like lotions, creams, and gels as a thickening and stabilizing agent.
- Provides a smooth texture and enhances the overall sensory experience of skincare products.
- Textile Industry:
- Used in the textile industry as a sizing agent for improving the strength and smoothness of yarn.
- Assists in preventing yarn breakage during the weaving process.
- Adhesive Industry:
- Employed in the formulation of adhesives to improve the adhesive strength and flexibility of the products.
- Natural Thickener and Stabilizer:
- Acts as an effective thickening and stabilizing agent in various applications, contributing to the desired texture and consistency of products.
- Pharmaceutical Formulations:
- Enhances the cohesiveness of pharmaceutical tablets and helps in controlling the release of active ingredients.
- Low-Calorie Food Formulations:
- Used in the food industry to provide texture and mouthfeel in low-calorie or reduced-fat food products.
- Skin-Friendly Properties:
- In cosmetic and personal care products, karaya gum imparts a smooth texture and enhances the overall feel of the product on the skin.
- Textile Sizing:
- Improves the strength and workability of yarn in the textile industry, aiding in the weaving process.
- Adhesive Strength:
- Enhances the adhesive strength and flexibility of formulations in the adhesive industry.
- Natural and Plant-Derived:
- Being derived from the sap of the Sterculia urens tree, karaya gum is a natural and plant-based ingredient.
- Gastrointestinal Health:
- In traditional medicine, karaya gum has been used to support gastrointestinal health due to its mucilaginous properties.
20 Feet
18 MT
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Aalisha Overseas ensures a consistent and reliable supply of high-quality Karaya Gum, offering year-round availability to meet the global demand for this natural and versatile product.
Our product range includes Karaya Gum in various forms, providing customers with options based on their specific applications. Aalisha Overseas offers Karaya Gum in powder or granule forms, catering to diverse industrial needs such as pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics.
Aalisha Overseas is committed to delivering Karaya Gum of exceptional quality. Our products are sourced from reputable suppliers, ensuring purity, viscosity, and adherence to stringent quality standards.
To preserve the properties of Karaya Gum during transportation, Aalisha Overseas employs secure and airtight packaging. This packaging is designed to prevent exposure to light, air, and moisture, ensuring the product reaches customers in optimal condition.
Aalisha Overseas follows a meticulous process from sourcing to export. This includes careful selection of Karaya Gum, efficient extraction techniques, and quality control checks to ensure the gum meets international standards.
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