Guar Gum Powder NU C13 (Jaguar Gum) – Cosmetic & Food Grade

Guar Gum Powder NU C13 — also known as Jaguar Gum — is one of nature’s most efficient thickeners. Extracted from the endosperm of guar seeds, this high-viscosity polysaccharide does something remarkable: a tiny amount transforms water into a smooth, creamy, stable gel almost instantly. It’s the kind of ingredient that makes formulations feel professional, whether you’re crafting a silky shampoo, a rich body lotion, or a perfectly textured food product.

What sets the NU C13 grade apart is its consistency and performance across a wide range of applications. It hydrates rapidly, builds viscosity reliably, and stabilizes emulsions and suspensions without the need for complex processing. For formulators who value both performance and cost efficiency, it’s an indispensable staple.

Key Benefits

• High Viscosity Thickener – delivers powerful thickening at very low use levels
• Rapid Hydration – absorbs water quickly and builds viscosity efficiently
• Natural & Plant-Based – sustainably derived from guar seeds
• Smooth, Creamy Texture – enhances the sensory feel of cosmetic and food formulations
• Stabilizes Formulations – prevents phase separation in emulsions and suspensions
• Cost-Effective – high performance at low concentrations makes it economical at scale

Applications

Cosmetics & Personal Care

• Shampoos & conditioners
• Creams, lotions & moisturizers
• Body washes & shower gels
• Hair gels & styling products
• Face masks & exfoliating scrubs
• Toothpaste & oral care

Food Industry

• Sauces, dressings & condiments
• Ice creams & frozen desserts
• Bakery & gluten-free products
• Soups, beverages & dairy alternatives

Industrial

• Textile & paper processing
• Drilling fluids & mining
• Binding & adhesive applications

How It Works

Guar Gum functions by rapidly absorbing water and swelling to form a viscous, stable colloidal solution. This network thickens the formulation, stabilizes emulsions and suspensions, and improves the overall texture and mouthfeel of both cosmetic and food products — all at remarkably low use levels.

Technical Profile

• INCI / Common Name: Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride / Guar Gum
• Grade: NU C13 (Cosmetic & Food Grade)
• Appearance: Fine white to off-white powder
• Solubility: Water-soluble
• Function: Thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier, texture enhancer

Formulation Tips

Disperse slowly into water with continuous stirring to avoid clumping — pre-mixing with glycerin or another water-miscible solvent before adding to water can help achieve a lump-free dispersion. Allow adequate hydration time for full viscosity development. Compatible with most cosmetic and food-grade ingredients. Avoid high electrolyte concentrations which may reduce thickening efficiency.