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CAROGUM 25, with an approximate 75/25 monomer ratio, is ideal for manufacturing a Gum Base for a soft chewing or Bubble Gum
CAROGUM elastomers are emulsion polymerized butadiene-styrene copolymers, specially produced according to the requirements of the Food Chemicals Codex and comply with FDA Regulation 21-CFR-172.615 for Chewing Gum Bases.
CAROGUM 25, with an approximate 75/25 monomer ratio, is ideal for manufacturing a gum base for a soft chewing or bubble gum.
Typical Properties CAROGUM 25
Viscosity, ML (1+4) 100 o C 46-58
Volatile Matter, 105 o C, % 1.0 max.
Free Organic Acid, % 4 6
Soap, % 0.5 max.
Stabiliser (BHT or BHA), % 0.25-0.50
Ash, % 1.0 max.
Bound Styrene, % 22-26
Free Styrene, mg/kg 20 max.
Heavy Metals, mg/kg 10 max.
Lead, mg/kg 3 max.
Appearance Yellowish- Cream
Type: Antioxidants |