Description

Galactan is a polysaccharide polymer composed primarily of galactose units, widely recognized for its unique rheological and functional properties. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a natural thickener, stabilizer, and source of dietary fiber in various formulations. It serves as a critical functional ingredient for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries seeking natural and effective texturizing agents.

Application

• Food Industry: Used as a natural thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent in dairy products, sauces, dressings, and low-calorie foods.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as an excipient in tablet formulations, a binder, and a source of prebiotic dietary fiber in nutraceutical supplements.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Functions as a viscosity modifier, emulsion stabilizer, and moisturizing agent in creams, lotions, and serums.
• Microbiological Culture Media: Serves as a carbohydrate source for the cultivation and differentiation of specific microorganisms in laboratory settings.
• Industrial Applications: Investigated for use in biodegradable films, coatings, and as a rheology modifier in specialty chemical formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Galactan
CAS No.	39300-87-3
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O5)n
Molecular Weight	Polymer (Variable)
Synonyms	D-Galactan; Galactosan; Polygalactose; (1→4)-β-D-Galactan; Lupin galactan; Potato galactan; Arabinogalactan (related type); Gum Arabic Substitute (partial)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Galactan is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We adhere to relevant food grade and general industry standards. Comprehensive testing includes parameters for identification, assay, moisture content, and microbiological limits. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Galactan)	Min. 90%
Loss on Drying	Max. 10.0%
Ash Content	Max. 5.0%
pH (1% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Microbiological Total Plate Count	Max. 10,000 CFU/g

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.