Compound Q&A
What is Guar Gum (CAS: 9000-30-0)?
Answer
Guar Gum, with the CAS number 9000-30-0, is a natural polysaccharide derived from the seeds of the guar tree (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). It is composed primarily of galactose and glucose units, forming a long-chain polymer. Guar Gum is known for its high viscosity and water-binding capacity, making it a versatile thickening agent and stabilizer in various industries.
About
CAS No
9000-30-0
English Name
Guar Gum
Molecular Formula
C10H14N5Na2O12P3
Molecular Weight
535.15 g/mol
EINECS
232-536-8
SMILES
C1C(C(OC1N2C=NC3=C2N=CN=C3N)COP(=O)(O)OP(=O)([O-])OP(=O)(O)[O-])O.[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey
JEKDCIBJADJZSK-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
