Jaguar Gum / Guar Gum NU C17

Premium Guar Gum Powder NU C17 - Cosmetic & Food Grade

INCI: Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Guar Gum NU C17 (Jaguar C-17) is a premium-grade cationic guar derivative derived from the seeds of the guar plant (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). This lower viscosity grade offers excellent thickening, stabilizing, and conditioning properties with easier handling and faster hydration, making it ideal for lighter formulations in cosmetic, personal care, and food applications.

Product Specifications

• Product Code: C17 (Jaguar C-17)
• Quality Standard: C17 Grade
• Viscosity Level: Lower Viscosity (≈2000-4000 cP after 2 hr hydration)
• Physical Appearance: Fine yellowish powder
• Moisture: ≤10% Max
• pH (value of a 1% solution): 5.0-7.0
• Form: Fine powder
• Solubility: Water-soluble
• Grade: Food & Cosmetic Grade
• Type: Cationic guar derivative

Key Benefits

• Lower viscosity for lighter formulations (2000-4000 cP)
• Faster hydration and easier handling
• Excellent water solubility
• Cationic charge provides superior conditioning
• Natural, plant-based ingredient
• Provides smooth texture without excessive thickness
• Stabilizes emulsions and prevents separation
• Ideal for spray and pump applications
• Non-toxic and safe for food and cosmetic use
• Cost-effective thickening solution
• Compatible with a wide range of ingredients
• Perfect for leave-in hair products

Applications

Food Industry:

• Light sauces and dressings
• Beverages and smoothies
• Dairy products
• Bakery glazes
• Low-viscosity food applications

Cosmetic & Personal Care:

• Leave-in conditioners and detanglers
• Hair sprays and light styling products
• Body lotions and light creams
• Facial mists and toners
• Pump-dispenser products
• Spray conditioners
• Light body washes

Industrial:

• Textile applications
• Paper coating
• Light industrial thickening

Usage Guidelines

Recommended Usage Rate:

• Food products: 0.1-1%
• Cosmetic products: 0.3-1.5%
• Hair care products: 0.3-1%

How to Use: Disperse Guar Gum powder slowly into water or liquid phase while stirring continuously to prevent clumping. C17 hydrates faster than higher viscosity grades. Use moderate mixing. Allow hydration time (15-30 minutes, up to 2 hours for full viscosity development). Can be used in both hot and cold processes.

Hydration Tips: For best results, mix with other dry ingredients first or disperse in glycerin/propylene glycol before adding to water. C17's lower viscosity makes it easier to work with and faster to hydrate.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers. Protect from moisture and humidity to maintain powder flowability and prevent caking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use Guar Gum C17 in leave-in conditioner?
A: Yes! Guar Gum NU C17 is perfect for leave-in conditioners and detangling sprays. Use 0.3-1% to create light, non-greasy conditioning without heavy buildup. The cationic charge provides excellent detangling and conditioning benefits.

Q: How do I prevent lumps when mixing Guar Gum?
A: To prevent lumps, disperse Guar Gum powder slowly into water while stirring. C17 is easier to work with than higher viscosity grades. Better method: Mix with other dry ingredients first, or pre-disperse in glycerin or propylene glycol before adding to water phase.

Q: Can I use this in spray bottles?
A: Absolutely! C17's lower viscosity makes it ideal for spray applications like hair sprays, facial mists, and spray conditioners. Use 0.3-0.8% for products that need to spray easily.

Q: Is Guar Gum safe for food use?
A: Yes! This is food-grade Guar Gum that meets safety standards. Use 0.1-1% in light sauces, beverages, and dairy products. It's a natural, plant-based thickener.

Q: Can I use this in body lotions?
A: Definitely! Use 0.5-1% in body lotions for light, easily absorbed texture. Perfect for summer lotions and products that need to spread easily without being too thick.

Q: Guar Gum dissolve nahi ho raha, kya karun? / My Guar Gum is not dissolving properly?
A: C17 dissolves faster than C13 or C14. Guar Gum ko slowly add karein while continuously stirring. Best method: Pehle Guar Gum ko glycerin ya propylene glycol mein mix karein, phir water mein add karein. 15-30 minutes hydration time dein.

Q: What is the shelf life of Guar Gum?
A: When stored properly in a cool, dry place in sealed containers, Guar Gum has a shelf life of 18-24 months. Protect from moisture to prevent caking and maintain quality.

Q: Can I use this in pump-dispenser bottles?
A: Yes! C17 is perfect for pump-dispenser products because of its lower viscosity. It flows easily through pumps while still providing good body and conditioning.

Q: Is it compatible with other thickeners?
A: Yes! Guar Gum works well with other thickeners like Xanthan Gum, CMC, and Carbomer. You can combine C17 with higher viscosity thickeners to achieve custom viscosity levels.

Q: Can I use this in facial toners?
A: Absolutely! Use 0.2-0.5% in facial toners and essences to add light body and skin-conditioning benefits without making the product too thick.

Q: What's the difference between different Guar Gum grades (C13, C14, C17)?
A: C13 and C14 both have high viscosity (3000-4000 cP) for thick formulations. C17 has lower viscosity (2000-4000 cP), making it ideal for lighter products, sprays, and pump dispensers. Choose C17 when you want conditioning benefits without heavy thickness.

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