Tragacanth gum manufacturers and suppliers

Tragacanth gum suppliers

Properties

FEMA: 3079 | TRAGACANTH GUM (ASTRAGALUS SPP.)

solubility: H2O: soluble20mg/mL

form: powder

color: Buff coloured powder

Odor: Odorless

Water Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.

Merck: 14,4581

Stability:: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. High levels of dust in the air create the risk of explosion.

Safety Information

Safety Statements: 22-24/25

WGK Germany: 2

RTECS: XW7750000

TSCA: Yes

HS Code: 29400000

Use

Tragacanth gum is the air-dried gum obtained from Astragalus gummifer Labillardie`re and other species of Astragalus grown principally in Iran, Syria, and Turkey. A low-quality gum is obtained by collecting the natural air-dried exudate from Astragalus bushes. A higher-grade material is obtained by making incisions in the trunk and branches of the bush, which are held open with variously sized wooden pegs. The exudate is left to drain from the incision and dry naturally in the air before being collected. The size and position of the wooden wedges determine the physical form of the exudate, while the drying conditions determine the color of the gum. After collection, the tragacanth gum is sorted by hand into various grades, such as ribbons or flakes.

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