Gum Arabic

Gum Arabic is a natural gum that is derived from the hardened sap of two species of the Acacia tree. It is a complex mixture of glycoproteins and polysaccharides, predominantly polymers of arabinose and galactose. The product is soluble in water, edible, and primarily used as a stabilizer in the food industry and soft-drink industry, with E number E414 (I414 in the US).

In addition to its widespread use in food and pharmaceutical industries as a safe thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer, Gum Arabic is also used in various other industrial applications, including traditional lithography, printing, paint production, glue, cosmetics, and the textile industry. It is a rich source of dietary fibers and possesses a broad range of health benefits that have been evidently proved through several in vitro and in vivo studies.

Key Features:

• Natural gum derived from the hardened sap of two species of the Acacia tree
• Complex mixture of glycoproteins and polysaccharides
• Predominantly polymers of arabinose and galactose
• Soluble in water and edible
• Primarily used as a stabilizer in the food industry and soft-drink industry, with E number E414 (I414 in the US)

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Similar Products:

• Xanthan Gum
• Guar Gum
• Agar
• Carrageenan
• Pectin

Caution: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper use and disposal of this product.

Gum Rosin Flakes, Brazilian, WW Grade

Gum Rosin Flakes, also known as colophony, are light yellow-amber in color and sourced from Pinus Elliottii, commonly known as the slash pine. This WW grade rosin complies with Class A, Type I, Grade WW Mil. Spec. A-A-59142. It is supplied in a mixture of small and large flakes, crystals, occasional large lumps, and fine powder. The product is brittle at room temperature but melts at stove-top temperatures. Gum Rosin Flakes are widely used in printing inks, varnishes, adhesives, soaps, sealing wax, soldering fluxes, depilatory hard wax, and paper sizing. 550 lb pallets of rosin are available at discounted prices or free shipping within parts of the U.S.

Product Specifications

Applications and Benefits:

• Used in printing inks for enhanced adhesion and color quality.
• Essential in varnishes, adhesives, and paper sizing.
• Key ingredient in depilatory wax (hard wax) formulations.
• Used in soaps, sealing wax, and soldering fluxes.
• 550 lb pallets available with free shipping in select regions.

Caution:

Store in a cool, dry place. Handle with proper safety precautions. Refer to the SDS for detailed safety and handling instructions.

Gum Rosin Lumps, Honduran, Grade WG/WW

Honduran Gum Rosin Lumps (HROSIN) are high-grade colophony derived from the Pinus Oocarpa species in Honduras. This semi-transparent pine rosin varies in color from pale yellow to light brown and contains about 10% natural unsaponifiable matter, which imparts excellent anticrystalline properties to the rosin and its compounds. The product is widely used in adhesives, coatings, chewing gums, cosmetics, linoleum, paints, printing inks, resins, rubber, sizes, and varnishes.

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Applications and Benefits:

• Used in adhesives for strong bonding properties.
• Essential for coatings, varnishes, and linoleum production.
• Popular in chewing gums and cosmetics formulations.
• Widely applied in paints, printing inks, and resins.
• Suitable for rubber, sizes, and industrial applications.

Caution:

Handle with appropriate safety measures. Refer to the SDS for detailed safety and handling instructions.

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose HEC 250 HHBR

HEC (Hydroxyethylcellulose) is a thickener for water based products. The HEC allows you to modify rheology and build pleasing textures in shampoos, conditioners, body washes, hair colorants, creams and lotions, skin cleansers and many more.

This grade of HEC with designation 250 HHBR offer delayed hydration and superior resistance to biological and chemical degradation. A 1% preparation of HEC250 in water results a viscosity of about 3400 up to 5500 cps.

It is an off-white powder that is dispersed and dissolved in cold or hot water, to produce solutions of varying viscosities. Chemically, it is cellulose of short to very long chain that has been etherified to hydroxyethyl ether to achieve an optimum balance of properties. HEC250 is used as a viscosity and rheology modifier, protective colloid, water retention agent, stabilizer and suspending agent, particularly in those applications where a nonionic material is desired.

For cold or room temperature preparation a continuous stirring of at least 30 minutes is recommended to get a consistent and homogeneous viscosity. 

Other properties are as follows:

Moisture content as packed, 5% Max

pH of solution: 6 up to 8.5

Particle size: Passes U.S. Mesh 325

Uses/ Applications:

HEC250HHBR hydroxyethylcellulose is a granular powder that dissolves in water to give clear smooth solutions, which exhibit a pseudoplastic flow behavior. At neutral pH and ambient temperature, it disperses in water without lump formation and provides easy dissolution. These solutions are unaffected by high concentration of soluble salts. Viscosity is little affected by mild acids and alkalies. Because of its nonionic character HEC has wide compatibility with other materials, such as emulsion polymers, natural and synthetic gums, emulsifiers, defoamers.

HEC is used as high efficiency nonionic thickener, water retension aid and rheology modifier in all types of water based paints and surface coatings, and in a variety of other aqueous industrial products.  HEC250HHBR offers additional feature of superior storage stability when used under conditions that enhance microbial growth. 

As a protective colloid and stabilizer HEC performs outstandingly in the emulsion and suspension polymerization of many vinyl polymers. Its unique combination of properties explains its use in pigment dispersion and in tile adhesives. 

Regulatory Status:

HEC is in compliance with the requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in adhesives, resinous and polymeric coatings employed on food-contact surfaces of metal, paper or paperboard articles, and other suitable substances intended for use in food packaging as specified in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Sections 175.105, 175.300, 176.180, 177.1210. and 182.99.

This grade of HEC does not comply with USP/FCC for pharmaceutical applications.

CAS Number: 9004-62-0

CAS Name: Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether

Key Features

• Delayed hydration and superior stability
• Forms clear, smooth solutions
• Resistant to biological and chemical degradation
• Compatible with a wide range of materials
• Nonionic nature ideal for various applications
• Compliant with U.S. FDA for food-contact surfaces

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Liquid Starch

This liquid starch is perfect for slime, glue and polymer experiments, and contains no dyes. It's a great value and ideal for crafts.

Key Features

• Concentrated formula
• No dyes
• Ideal for slime, glue and polymer experiments
• Great value

Product Specifications:

Similar Products

• Sta-Flo Liquid Starch
• Mrs. Stewart's Concentrated Liquid Starch
• Archer's Liquid Starch
• Barbosa Liquid Starch
• Blue Ribbon Liquid Starch

Perfect for science experiments and crafts. Get creative with this concentrated liquid starch!

CAUTION: Keep away from eyes and mouth. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Not for consumption.

Perfect For:

• Children and parents/guardians who enjoy making slime, doing crafts, and conducting science experiments at home.
• Science teachers and educators who need liquid starch for classroom experiments and activities.

Maleic Resin

Maleic Resin is a type of synthetic resin that is commonly used in the manufacturing of various products such as paints, adhesives, and coatings. This resin is made by polymerizing maleic anhydride with other chemicals to create a durable and versatile material. Maleic Resin is known for its excellent adhesion, high gloss, and resistance to water and chemicals. It is also commonly used as a binder in the production of fiberglass and other composite materials. If you are looking for a reliable and high-quality resin for your next project, Maleic Resin is an excellent choice.

Microcrystalline Cellulose 101 NF (Super Fine)

Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) is a purified, partly depolymerized cellulose with shorter, crystalline polymer chains. Its strong binding performance makes MCC one of the most commonly used excipients in drug formulations, serving as a diluent, filler, and binder. The product is manufactured through controlled partial hydrolysis of high-purity wood pulp, followed by purification and drying. MCC is suitable for diverse pharmaceutical processes, including wet granulation, dry granulation, and direct compression.

Product Specifications

Applications and Benefits:

• Widely used excipient for pharmaceutical formulations.
• Ideal for wet granulation, dry granulation, and direct compression processes.
• Acts as a strong binder, filler, and diluent in drug manufacturing.
• Manufactured from high-purity wood pulp, ensuring superior quality.
• Kosher certified and available in bulk packaging.

Caution:

Handle with care. Avoid inhalation and contact with eyes or skin. Refer to the SDS for detailed safety instructions.

Microcrystalline Cellulose 102 NF (Fine)

Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) is a purified, partly depolymerized cellulose with shorter, crystalline polymer chains. Its strong binding performance makes MCC one of the most commonly used excipients in drug formulations, serving as a diluent, filler, and binder. The product is manufactured through controlled partial hydrolysis of high-purity wood pulp, followed by purification and drying. MCC is suitable for diverse pharmaceutical processes, including wet granulation, dry granulation, and direct compression.

Product Specifications

Applications and Benefits:

• Widely used excipient for pharmaceutical formulations.
• Ideal for wet granulation, dry granulation, and direct compression processes.
• Acts as a strong binder, filler, and diluent in drug manufacturing.
• Manufactured from high-purity wood pulp, ensuring superior quality.
• Kosher certified and available in bulk packaging.

Caution:

Handle with care. Avoid inhalation and contact with eyes or skin. Refer to the SDS for detailed safety instructions.