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Gaur Gum

TEK Foods offers a wide range of guar gum products, including guar split, coarse/industrial powder, food grade powder, fast hydration grade, and pharma/cosmetic grade. Our guar gum is valued for its high viscosity, excellent thickening properties, and versatility across food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications. With careful processing, strict hygiene standards, and reliable packaging, we ensure consistent quality and dependable solutions for customers across global markets.

Guar Gum

Dehusked and de-germed guar seed halves, the raw intermediate form before milling. Used as feedstock for gum powder production and select industrial applications requiring minimal processing.

size

Whole split, unprocessed

AROMA

Slight, characteristic

APPEARANCE

Creamy white to pale yellow

PACKING

Multi-wall paper bags

Guar Gum — Coarse Powder (Industrial Grade)

Coarsely milled guar gum powder suited for textile sizing, paper processing, and oil-well drilling fluids where high viscosity control matters more than fine food-grade purity.

size

100 – 120 mesh

AROMA

Slight, characteristic

APPEARANCE

Pale yellow to off-white

PACKING

Multi-wall paper bags

Guar Gum — Food Grade Powder

Standard refined guar gum powder for dairy, bakery, sauces, and processed foods needing reliable thickening and stabilizing at moderate hydration speed.

size

200 mesh

AROMA

Slight, characteristic

APPEARANCE

Off-white to cream

PACKING

Multi-wall paper bags

Guar Gum — Fast Hydration (Cold Soluble) Grade

Specially processed guar gum powder engineered for rapid cold-water hydration, ideal for instant mixes, cold-process foods, and applications needing quick viscosity build without heating.

size

200 – 225 mesh

AROMA

Slight, characteristic

APPEARANCE

Off-white, free-flowing

PACKING

Multi-wall paper bags

Guar Gum — Pharma/Cosmetic Grade Powder

Ultra-refined, high-purity guar gum powder for pharmaceutical excipients, tablet binders, and cosmetic formulations requiring strict purity, low microbial load, and consistent particle size.

size

200 – 250 mesh

AROMA

Slight, characteristic

APPEARANCE

White to off-white, ultra-fine

PACKING

Multi-wall paper bags

Guar Gum SpecificationGuar SplitCoarse/IndustrialFood GradeFast HydrationPharma Grade
Moisture Content10-12% Max10-12% Max10-12% Max10-12% Max8-10% Max
Viscosity (1% solution, 25°C)N/A3000-4000 cps5000-6000 cps5500-6500 cps5500-6500 cps
Protein Content5-6% Max5-7% Max5-6% Max5-6% Max4-5% Max
Ash Content1% Max1.5% Max1% Max1% Max0.8% Max
Acid Insoluble Ash0.5% Max0.7% Max0.5% Max0.5% Max0.3% Max
MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYSISGuar SplitCoarse/IndustrialFood GradeFast HydrationPharma Grade
T.P.C.Not testedNot tested5000/gm Max5000/gm Max1000/gm Max
Yeast & MoldNot testedNot tested500/gm Max500/gm Max100/gm Max
E.coliNot testedNot testedAbsent/gmAbsent/gmAbsent/gm
SalmonellaNot testedNot testedAbsent/25gmAbsent/25gmAbsent/25gm
Processing MethodGuar seeds are cleaned, roasted, and dehusked to separate the endosperm split from the husk and germ
ANALYSIS TYPE
ORGANOLEPTIC PROPERTIES
COLOURWhite to off-white / pale yellow
TASTEBland, characteristic
ADDITIVESNONE

Properties

Key Properties of Guar Gum:

Agricultural Regions

India is the world’s leading producer of guar, accounting for a major share of global guar seed cultivation. The crop is predominantly grown in the northwestern and central regions of the country, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh.

Guar thrives in sandy, well-drained soils and performs exceptionally well under arid and semi-arid climatic conditions. Its remarkable drought tolerance makes it highly suitable for regions with limited rainfall, enabling farmers to achieve consistent and high-quality seed yields.

The favorable climate and extensive cultivation practices across these regions have established India as a reliable source of premium guar seeds for a wide range of food and industrial applications worldwide.

Nature and Processing of Guar Seeds

Guar seeds are naturally cream to pale yellow in color and possess a mild characteristic odor. The most valuable component of the seed is the endosperm, which is separated through a specialized milling process and further refined into a fine powder known as Guar Gum.

The production yield of Guar Gum is determined by extracting the endosperm from the processed guar beans. On average, approximately 29 kilograms of Guar Gum powder can be obtained from 100 kilograms of guar beans, depending on the quality and composition of the raw material.

Note: The actual yield and quality may vary depending on seed variety, growing conditions, and processing methods.

Manufacturing Excellence and Quality Assurance

The production of premium-quality Guar Gum Powder begins with the selection of superior guar seeds and the adoption of advanced processing technologies. Our manufacturing facilities are equipped with modern machinery and efficient processing systems that enable us to consistently produce high-grade Guar Gum tailored to the evolving requirements of global markets.

We follow stringent manufacturing practices to preserve the natural functional properties of guar while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and product integrity. Every stage of production, from raw material selection and processing to extraction and final packaging, is carefully monitored to ensure contamination-free operations and consistent quality.

Our dedicated quality control team conducts comprehensive testing throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with international quality standards.

Key quality parameters evaluated include:

In addition, our Food Grade Guar Gum undergoes rigorous microbiological testing to ensure product safety and purity. These tests include:

Through strict quality assurance procedures and continuous process monitoring, we deliver Guar Gum products that meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability for food and industrial applications worldwide.

Specialty of Guar Endosperm

The guar seed endosperm is the primary source of Guar Gum and is valued for its exceptional thickening, stabilizing, binding, and water-retention properties. Its unique galactomannan structure provides excellent viscosity and functionality, making Guar Gum an indispensable ingredient across numerous industries.

Industries Benefiting from Guar Gum

Thanks to its versatile performance characteristics, Guar Gum is widely used in a broad range of applications, including:

The outstanding functionality of guar endosperm makes Guar Gum a reliable and cost-effective solution for industries seeking improved product performance, process efficiency, and formulation stability.

 

Health Benefits

The gum powder works efficiently in reducing blood glucose and lipid level.

 

Global Production of Cluster Beans

India is the world’s leading producer of cluster beans (guar), accounting for the majority of global production and serving as a key supplier of guar-based products to international markets. The crop is primarily cultivated in semi-arid and subtropical regions, where climatic conditions are highly favorable for achieving optimum yields.

Guar is generally grown during the monsoon season, with sowing carried out soon after the onset of the first rains. Its remarkable drought tolerance and adaptability make it an ideal crop for regions with limited water availability.

A guar seed consists of three main components: endosperm, germ, and husk. While the endosperm is processed into Guar Gum, the germ and husk are also utilized in various applications, including animal nutrition and industrial uses, ensuring maximum value from the crop.

Beyond its industrial significance, cluster bean is also consumed as a nutritious vegetable in many regions. Additionally, guar hay is used as a valuable livestock feed and is often blended with other fodder crops to enhance nutritional value.

The versatility and sustainable nature of guar cultivation have established cluster beans as an important agricultural commodity with wide-ranging food and industrial applications worldwide.eyond its industrial significance, cluster bean is also consumed as a nutritious vegetable in many regions. Additionally, guar hay is used as a valuable livestock feed and is often blended with other fodder crops to enhance nutritional value.