About High Class International Trade Limited
Gum Arabic (Hashab) for R&D
| Appearance | Light amber to pale yellow, solid pieces or granules |
| Odor | Odorless to slightly sweet |
| Taste | Bland, slightly sweet |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, forming a viscous solution |
| pH (10% solution) | 4.5 to 5.5 |
| Moisture Content | Maximum 15% |
| Viscosity | 100-200 mPa.s (25°C, 20% solution) |
| Ash Content | Maximum 4% |
| Nitrogen Content | 0.25% to 0.35% |
| Specific Gravity | 1.35 to 1.40 |
| Heavy Metals | Lead (Pb) < 2 ppm, Arsenic (As) < 3 ppm, Mercury (Hg) < 1 ppm |
| Microbial Limits | Total Plate Count < 5000 cfu/g, Yeasts and Molds < 100 cfu/g |
| Particle Size | 90% passes through 180 µm sieve |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture |