Xanthan

Part 5. Polysaccharides
Dr. Karin Born

Dr. Karin Born

DEGUSSA Texturant Systems France SAS, Research Center, Baupte, France, F-50500

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Dr. Virginie Langendorff

Dr. Virginie Langendorff

DEGUSSA Texturant Systems France SAS, Research Center, Baupte, France, F-50500

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Dr. Patrick Boulenguer

Dr. Patrick Boulenguer

DEGUSSA Texturant Systems France SAS, Research Center, Baupte, France, F-50500

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First published: 15 January 2005
Citations: 7

Abstract

  • Introduction
  • Historical Outline
  • Structure
    • Chemical Structure
    • Superstructure/Secondary Structure
  • Occurrence
  • Physiological Function
  • Analysis and Detection
    • Chemical Characterization
      • Sugar Composition
      • Pyruvic Acid Determination
      • Acetate Determination
    • Physical Characterization
      • Molecular Weight
      • Secondary Structure
      • Rheology
  • Biosynthesis
  • Degradation
  • Biotechnological Production
    • General Description of the Process
    • Process Improvement
      • General Improvement
      • Oxygen Supply
      • Nutrients
    • Modeling the Fermentation Process
    • Post-fermentation Treatment
  • Properties
    • Viscosity
    • Flow Behavior
    • Weak Network Formation
    • Gelation
    • Interaction of Xanthan with Other Macromolecules
  • Applications
    • Food Applications
    • Non-food Applications
  • Relevant Patents
  • Current Problems and Limitations
  • Outlook and Perspectives
  • Acknowledgements

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