Viscosity and suspension
Hydrocolloids commonly evaluated for flow, suspension and water management.
Hydrocolloid ingredients and texture systems
Hydrocolloids
Explore xanthan gum, guar gum, pectin, carrageenan, gum arabic and related ingredients for viscosity, suspension, gelling and water management.
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Category overview
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Hydrocolloids interact with water and other formulation components to influence viscosity, gel structure, suspension and stability. Hydration sequence, shear, temperature, ions, pH and solids all affect performance.
Nutrifena supplies individual hydrocolloids and texture-system ingredients. Selection and use level should be established through application testing with the exact grade and complete formulation.
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01Food Ingredients
Xanthan Gum
A hydrocolloid used for viscosity and stability.
View ingredient02Thickeners, Stabilizers & HydrocolloidsGuar Gum
A versatile hydrocolloid used to build viscosity, manage water and support texture in food and beverage formulations.
View ingredient03Thickeners, Stabilizers & HydrocolloidsPectin
Formulators use Pectin to build viscosity, suspension, gel structure or water management in sauces & dressings, beverages, bakery and dairy.
View ingredient04Thickeners, Stabilizers & HydrocolloidsCarrageenan
Formulators use Carrageenan to build viscosity, suspension, gel structure or water management in sauces & dressings, beverages, bakery and dairy.
View ingredient05Thickeners, Stabilizers & HydrocolloidsGum arabic
Formulators use Gum arabic to build viscosity, suspension, gel structure or water management in sauces & dressings, beverages, bakery and dairy.
View ingredient06Thickeners, Stabilizers & HydrocolloidsCarboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)
Formulators use Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) to build viscosity, suspension, gel structure or water management in sauces & dressings, beverages, bakery and dairy.
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Gelling systems
Ingredients used in application-specific gel and set development.
Encapsulation and emulsion support
Hydrocolloids evaluated as carriers or stabilizers in flavor and beverage systems.
Applications
Developed for commercial product categories.
01Sauces and dressings02Beverages03Dairy products04Bakery05Confectionery06Dry mixes
Define the technical requirement.
Required viscosity or gel behavior
Hydration conditions and addition sequence
pH, salts, solids and temperature
Single gum or blended system
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Buyer questions
Hydrocolloids FAQ
What is a hydrocolloid?
A hydrocolloid is a water-interacting ingredient used to influence viscosity, gel structure, suspension, water binding or stability.
Can xanthan gum and guar gum be used together?
They may be combined in some systems, but compatibility and use level must be tested in the complete formulation.
Why does hydration sequence matter?
Poor dispersion can cause lumps or incomplete hydration. Mixing, pre-blending, temperature and addition order should be developed for the selected grade.
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