Gellan Gum is an agar substitute and gelling agent. It is used in the food industry as an anti-settling agent, thickener or stabilizer. Also used in cosmetic industries due to its special gelling property. It is also used in pharmaceuticals and in tissue engineering. It is used as a substitute for agar in leptospiral media. Also useful in a wide variety of immobilization matricies. CAS No: 71010-52-1 Synonyms: Phytagel, Gelzan Appearance: White to brown powder Gel Strength: 400g/cm2 Transmittance: 80% Loss on Ignition: 15% Storage and Stability: Long-term storage is recommended at RT. Stable for 12 months after receipt. Note: Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Gelrite is a registered trademark of CP Kelco U.S., Inc. Gelzan is a trademark of CP Kelco U.S., Inc.
CAS Number:
[71010-52-1]
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