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Guar Gum Fast Hydration

Fast hydration guar gum is a specific variant of guar gum that is processed to have a rapid dissolution and hydration rate when mixed with water. This characteristic makes it highly desirable in various industrial applications where quick thickening and stabilizing properties are required.

Fast hydration guar gum is a valuable ingredient in various industrial applications due to its ability to quickly provide the desired viscosity and stability to fluids and formulations. Its use in hydraulic fracturing and other critical processes helps enhance efficiency and productivity in these industries.

Fast hydration guar gum is designed to disperse and hydrate quickly in water, resulting in the formation of a highly viscous and stable solution within a short period. This rapid hydration is a key feature that sets it apart from standard guar gum.


The quality and purity of fast hydration guar gum are crucial to its performance in different applications. High-quality fast hydration guar gum is free from impurities and contaminants, ensuring consistent results.

  • Specifications

    Parameters Value
    Viscocity (3 Min.) 40 Cps | 35 Cps | 30 Cps
    Viscocity (60 Min.) 45 Cps | 40 Cps | 35 Cps
    Moisture Content 8% Max.
    pH 6.5 - 7.2
    Particle Size (200 Mesh) 99% Min. passing
    Ash Content 1.5% Max.
    Acid Insoluble Matter 1.5% Max.

  • Application & Uses :

    Rapid Hydration: Fast hydration guar gum is designed to disperse and hydrate quickly in water, resulting in the formation of a highly viscous and stable solution within a short period. This rapid hydration is a key feature that sets it apart from standard guar gum.

    Oil and Gas Industry: It is commonly used in hydraulic fracturing or fracking fluids, where it helps control fluid viscosity and carry proppants into fractures in the rock. The fast hydration property ensures quick and effective thickening in the high-pressure environment of oil well drilling.

    Mining Industry: Fast hydration guar gum is employed in mining processes for solid-liquid separation, as a flocculant, or as a binder in mineral concentrates.

    Food Industry: In some food processing applications, fast hydration guar gum may be used to provide instant thickening, such as in instant puddings and dessert mixes.

  • Packing & Storage :

    Packing : Laminated HDEP Bags, with PP Liner, 900 Kg Big Bags.

    Shelf Life : 2 years after manufacturing date, Under recommended conditions.

    Storage : Cold and Dry conditions, Sealed Packaging, at 15° - 28° c, Max 65% RH.