Selection Guide

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Kelzan® Standard industrial grade
Kelzan AR Smooth flow, stable in alkaline systems
Kelzan ASX Designed for use in acid systems
Kelzan ASX T Transparent product; provides acid stability and exceptional suspension properties
Kelzan CC Cellulosic compatibility
Kelzan HP Higher performance in suspension applications
Kelzan RD Readily dispersible, non-dusting
Kelzan S Dispersible
Kelzan ST Dispersible and clarified
Kelzan T Clarified
Kelzan XLC Extra-low bacterial plate count
Kelflo® Feed grade xanthan gum

Applications

Kelzan provides suspending and thickening in systems with good agitation for proper dispersion and hydration. Kelzan S, ST, and RD are easy-to-disperse products for use in low shear situations. Kelzan RD has the added benefit of being virtually dust-free. Kelzan T and ST provide clear solutions where transparency is important. The Kelzan ASX product line provides stability in acid systems and exceptional suspension properties. Kelzan ASX T is transparent. Kelzan AR provides better stability in alkaline systems. Your technical sales representative will recommend the best product for your specific application.

 

Typical Applications

Household Products Liquid detergents, toilet bowl cleaners, hard surface cleaners, oven cleaners, abrasive cleaners, polishes
Mineral Suspensions Talc suspensions, calcium carbonate and kaolin slurries
Agricultural Suspensions Flowable pesticides; herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide suspension concentrates
Paints and Coatings Water-based undercoats, primers and sealers, textured paints, foundry coatings
Animal Feed Liquid feed supplements, calf milk replacers

 

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