Using Xanthan Gum in Industrial Production and Compatibility

# Using Xanthan Gum in Formulations

Here is information regarding your questions about using Xanthan Gum in industrial production and whether it needs to be combined with other ingredients:

## Industrial Production Method

For industrial scale production using a large mixer where shaking is not possible, you can achieve a gel texture by adding Xanthan Gum gradually while mixing the formula (water or water phase) at high speed. Continue mixing until the Xanthan Gum is completely dissolved and the desired gel texture is formed. Heating and cooling like the process for making creams is not necessary for dissolving Xanthan Gum.

## Using Xanthan Gum with Other Ingredients

Xanthan Gum can be used on its own as a thickener and gelling agent. It does not need to be used in combination with ingredients like GuarCat or Triethanolamine to form a gel. GuarCat is typically used as a conditioner and thickener, especially in hair products, while Triethanolamine is used to adjust the pH of a formulation.