Welan Gum

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Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

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C.A.S.# 96949-22-3

Product Information

Description

Fritz Welan Gum is an anionic polysaccharide with excellent thermal stability and retention of viscosity at elevated temperatures. Fritz Welan Gum exhibits superior temperature stability over 200°F in fresh water and low pH fluids. Fritz Welan Gum is a tan colored dry powder with a density of 26.25 lbs/ft³. Fritz Welan Gum is used in various industries where high molecular weight biopolymers are useful. A short list of products containing Welan Gums include various oilfield applications, foundry coating, pigment suspensions, cement or concrete viscosifiers, tire sealants and paint thickeners.

Bulk Density		26.25 lbs / ft³
Appearance		white to cream color powder
Odor		mild
pH		7 - 9
Specific Gravity		1.45
Particle Size		90% pass 80 mesh
Viscosity		0.66% in DI water by Fann 35 at 70°F pH - 7-9 300 rpm - 39-49 200 rpm - 33-43 100 rpm - 29-37 6 rpm - > 17 3 rpm - > 16
Viscosity		0.66% in DI water by Fann 35 with 1.0 spring at 185°F pH - 7-9 300 rpm - 37-47 200 rpm - 32-42 100 rpm - 28-35 6 rpm - > 17 3 rpm - > 16

If ordering in large quantities, this product is pre-packaged in 55lb bags.

Purchase

To purchase, please call or fax:
Local: (972) 288-6451 ext. 164
Toll Free: 1-800-955-1323 ext. 164
Fax: 972-289-9534

For best pricing available, or to make a purchase:

Local: (972) 288-6451 ext. 160
Toll Free: 1-800-955-1323 ext. 160
Fax: 972-289-9534
Email: specialtysales@fritzind.com

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