Sclerotium Gum (and) Xanthan Gum. Actigum™ VSX 20 by Cargill texturizer is a rheology modifier. It is derived from natural ingredients sclerotium and xanthan gums. It provides enhanced functional benefits, such as a high yield value resulting in good suspending properties and a higher viscosity than what can be obtained with the individual ingredients at the same dosage.
- It is a cold/hot processable, cold soluble biopolymer obtained through a process of aerobic fermentation of sugars with strains of non-GMO Sclerotium rolfsii and Xanthomonas campestris.
- It offers broad pH stability from low to high pH, and shows compatibility with electrolytes, surfactants, alcohols & preservatives.
- It imparts very pleasant, shiny, smooth, slightly fresh and light body feeling.
- Actigum™ VSX 20 is recommended for serums, gels, lotions, BB creams, masks, cleanser, color cosmetics, toiletries, skin-, hair- and sun care.
- It is also used in formulations that require to suspend particles (exfoliating or decorative beads, pigments).
- It is IECIC listed, Vegan suitable, Ecocert, COSMOS, Halal and Kosher certified.
- It has a shelf life of 24 months.
- It complies with IECSC, EINECS, New Zealand, TSCI and TSCA inventories.
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