Konjac gum

INCI: Amoprhophallus Konjac Root extract

CAS: 37220-17-0

Molecular weight: 200000 – 2000000 Da

Formula: (C6H10O5)n

Konjac gum is a non-ionic polysaccharide containing 80% glucomannan. It is a white powder with almost no odour. It can be dispersed in cold or hot water. It is used as a stabiliser and thickener, as well as a moisturiser and to increase the viscosity of products. It is most commonly used in shower gels, shampoos, and skin care products. It is considerably less "sticky" in nature than xanthan and creates a creamier product structure.

Use:

- for thickening: from 0.5 to 0.8%, can be more; we recommend combining with xanthan gum

- as a stabiliser: from 0.1 to 0.5%

Solubility: in water (water phase)