Essentially Natural Xanthan Gum - 200 Mesh

• Ingredient Name: Xanthan Gum (200 mesh)
• Format: Fine powder
• Function: Thickener and emulsion stabiliser
• Food Status: Food safe
• GMO Status: GMO-free
• pH: 7
• Typical Usage Rate: 0.1 to 1% in formulations, up to 10% for very thick gels
• Size Options: 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg, 2kg, 5kg, 10kg or 25kg

• Thickening shampoos, body washes, and hand washes
• Building gels using water, hydrosols, aloe, or infusions
• Stabilising emulsions and improving lotion texture
• Supporting suspension of light particles in thickened systems
• Food use for personal applications where appropriate

This product is suitable for:

• DIY formulators making gels, toners, cleansers, and lotions
• Makers who want a reliable natural thickener with low use levels
• Formulators creating plant-based gel textures

This product is not for:

• People who prefer to avoid handling fine powders
• Formulas that require a perfectly clear, glass-like gel finish
• Projects that cannot accommodate hydration time and mixing

• As a Gel Thickener: Pre-mix with a little glycerine, then add to water and blend until smooth.
• As a Cleanser Thickener: Add to the aqueous phase and mix thoroughly to hydrate.
• As an Emulsion Stabiliser: Add to the water phase and hydrate before emulsifying.

Processing Tip: Pre-wetting in glycerine helps prevent lumps and improves dispersion.

• Avoid inhaling powder and avoid contact with eyes.
• Keep well sealed and store away from moisture, sunlight, and heat.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Q: What does 200 mesh mean?
A: It is a finer particle size that typically disperses and hydrates faster than coarser grades.

Q: Why did my xanthan gum clump?
A: It hydrates quickly. Pre-mixing with glycerine and adding slowly with mixing helps prevent clumps.

Q: Can I blend xanthan gum with guar gum?
A: Yes, many makers use blends for different textures and stability.