Galactasol™ polymers

Galactasol polymers are high-purity, nonionic, unmodified guar polymers designed for systems requiring rapid viscosity and good dispersibility.

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Benefits
Freezer Gel

Galactasol polymers are easily cross-linked to produce high-quality gels for reusable ice packs.

• Easily cross-linked
• Rheology control
• Water-retention to prevent gel dry out
• Prevents syneresis, or separation of water

Reconstituted Tobacco

Galactasol polymers are used in the producitin of reconstituted tobacco produced from recycled tobacco generated during the production of cigarettes or cigars.

• Binder
• Does not add flavor to the smoke

Textiles

Galactasol polymers are designed for thickening and rheology control in textiles printing.

• Disperses easily without lumping
• Thickens rapidly
• Stable under high shear and alkaline pH
• Provides excellent color yield and improved washout

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Products
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Product Types or Functions
Advanced Ceramics, Pencils, Reconstituted Tobacco, Suspension Polymerization
Adhesives, Binder, Film Former, Plasticizer, Protective Colloid

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Application
Product Types or Functions
More Specialties - Housewares and Consumer
Freezer Gel
Rheology Modifier
More Specialties - Textiles
Textiles
Thickener
More Specialties - Tobacco
Reconstituted Tobacco
Adhesives, Binder, Dispersant