Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, a complex carbohydrate produced by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris. It's a versatile thickening and stabilizing agent widely used in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries.
Application:
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer in ice creams and other milk-based products, in confectionery products and noodles, in salad dressings, and in nonalcoholic beverages. It is used as a thickener in soups, sauces, gravies, shakes, syrups, relishes, and toppings.
