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Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, commonly known as Guar Gum, is a plant-derived ingredient obtained from the ground endosperm of the seeds of Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (Leguminosae). It is a large, branched sugar molecule (polysaccharide) classified as a resinous material with CAS # 9000-30-0. It is primarily used in cosmetic formulations as a gelling and viscosity-controlling agent.
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Functions as a viscosity controller and emulsion stabilizer in cosmetic and personal care products. It also provides film-forming and binding properties, contributing to texture and product consistency. Its role is largely functional rather than directly skin-active.
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