Jaguar Gum / Guar Gum NU C14

Premium Guar Gum Powder NU C14 - Cosmetic & Food Grade

INCI: Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Guar Gum NU C14 (Jaguar C-14) is a premium-grade cationic guar derivative derived from the seeds of the guar plant (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). This high viscosity grade offers exceptional thickening, stabilizing, and conditioning properties, making it an essential ingredient for cosmetic, personal care, and food formulations.

Product Specifications

• Product Code: C14 (Jaguar C-14 S)
• Quality Standard: C14 Grade
• Viscosity Level: High Viscosity (≈3000-4000 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

• High viscosity thickening agent (3000-4000 cP)
• Excellent water solubility and hydration properties
• Cationic charge provides superior conditioning
• Natural, plant-based ingredient
• Provides smooth, creamy texture to formulations
• Stabilizes emulsions and prevents separation
• Enhances product consistency and shelf life
• Non-toxic and safe for food and cosmetic use
• Cost-effective thickening solution
• Compatible with a wide range of ingredients
• Excellent for hair conditioning applications

Applications

Food Industry:

• Sauces, gravies, and dressings
• Ice creams and frozen desserts
• Bakery products and gluten-free baking
• Beverages and smoothies
• Dairy products
• Soups and instant foods

Cosmetic & Personal Care:

• Shampoos and conditioners (excellent conditioning)
• Hair styling gels and mousses
• Face creams and lotions
• Body washes and shower gels
• Toothpaste and oral care products
• Face masks and scrubs

Industrial:

• Textile printing and sizing
• Paper manufacturing
• Mining and drilling fluids

Usage Guidelines

Recommended Usage Rate:

• Food products: 0.1-1%
• Cosmetic products: 0.5-2%
• Hair care products: 0.5-1.5%

How to Use: Disperse Guar Gum powder slowly into water or liquid phase while stirring continuously to prevent clumping. Use high-shear mixing for best results. Allow adequate hydration time (15-30 minutes, ideally 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. This prevents lump formation and ensures smooth texture.

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 in shampoo?
A: Yes! Guar Gum NU C14 is excellent for shampoos and conditioners. Use 0.5-1.5% to create thick, luxurious texture and improve conditioning properties. The cationic charge provides superior hair conditioning and detangling benefits.

Q: How do I prevent lumps when mixing Guar Gum?
A: To prevent lumps, disperse Guar Gum powder slowly into water while stirring vigorously. Better method: Mix Guar Gum with other dry ingredients first, or pre-disperse in glycerin or propylene glycol before adding to water phase. Use high-shear mixing for best results.

Q: Can I use this in face creams and lotions?
A: Absolutely! Use 0.5-1% in face creams and lotions as a thickener and stabilizer. It provides smooth, non-greasy texture and helps stabilize emulsions. Works well in both oil-in-water and water-in-oil formulations.

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 sauces, ice creams, baked goods, and beverages. It's a natural, plant-based thickener that's widely used in the food industry.

Q: Can I use this in hair gel?
A: Definitely! Guar Gum is perfect for hair styling gels. Use 1-2% to create medium to strong hold gels. Combine with other styling polymers for enhanced hold and performance.

Q: Guar Gum dissolve nahi ho raha, kya karun? / My Guar Gum is not dissolving properly?
A: 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. High-speed mixing use karein aur 15-30 minutes (ideally 2 hours) hydration time dein for full viscosity development.

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 toothpaste?
A: Yes! Guar Gum is commonly used in toothpaste formulations at 0.5-1.5% to provide proper consistency, prevent separation, and improve texture.

Q: Is it compatible with other thickeners?
A: Yes! Guar Gum works well with other thickeners like Xanthan Gum, CMC, and Carbomer. Combining thickeners often gives better texture and stability than using one alone.

Q: Can I use this in body wash?
A: Absolutely! Use 0.5-1% in body washes and shower gels to increase viscosity, improve foam stability, and create a luxurious, creamy lather.

Q: What's the difference between different Guar Gum grades (C13, C14, C17)?
A: C13 and C14 both have high viscosity (3000-4000 cP) and are nearly equivalent in thickening power. C17 has lower viscosity (2000-4000 cP). C14 offers excellent balance of high viscosity and superior conditioning properties, making it ideal for hair care products.

Premium quality Guar Gum NU C14 (Jaguar C-14) from Cosmeti Hub - Your trusted source for professional cosmetic and food-grade ingredients