Gellan Gum (Phytagel, Gelzan)

Katalog-Nummer 396822-100g

Size : 100g

Marke : US Biological

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Shipping Temp
RT

Storage Temp
RT

Phytagel, Gelzan
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.

Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.


Toxicity and Hazards
All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.