| Dissolves
easily in cold and hot water. |
| Acts
as a thickener suspension agent and dispersion
stabiliser. |
| Retains
water |
| Acts
as film forming agent, resistant to oils , fats and
organic solvents. |
| Acts
as a binder and colloid protector |
| Regulates
flow properties and acts as a reologic control |
| It
is physiologically inert |
