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Xanthan gum

Generic Name
Xanthan gum
Drug Type
Small Molecule
CAS Number
11138-66-2
Unique Ingredient Identifier
TTV12P4NEE

Overview

Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide gum derived from* Xanthomonas campestris* by a pure-culture fermentation process and purified by recovery with isopropyl alcohol. The major constituents include D-glucose, D-mannose, and D-glucuronic acid. Xanthan gum is a direct food additive permitted for direct addition to food for human consumption by the FDA. It is used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in emulsions.

Background

Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide gum derived from* Xanthomonas campestris* by a pure-culture fermentation process and purified by recovery with isopropyl alcohol. The major constituents include D-glucose, D-mannose, and D-glucuronic acid. Xanthan gum is a direct food additive permitted for direct addition to food for human consumption by the FDA. It is used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in emulsions.

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FDA Drug Approvals

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Cardinal Health 107, LLC
55154-4384
ORAL
N/A
7/24/2019
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
0378-3951
ORAL
N/A
12/9/2020
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
0378-3952
ORAL
N/A
12/9/2020
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
0378-3953
ORAL
N/A
12/9/2020
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
0378-3950
ORAL
N/A
12/9/2020

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