Main Menu
A.F. Suter and Co. Ltd
Shellac, Waxes, Gums and Resins
- +44 (0) 1376 514953
- afsuter@afsuter.com
- Compass House, Eastways Industrial Estate, Witham, Essex, CM8 3YQ, United Kingdom
Definition
A binding agent (or binder) is a substance that holds or draws other materials together mechanically, chemically or as an adhesive, to form a cohesive whole.
Source
Organic binders include gums made by boiling plants and glues made by the boiling the hooves, bones, or skin of animals. Some natural bio-adhesives are also made from organic sources such as natural resins.
Properties
Liquid binders are added to a dry substance in order to draw it together in such a way that it maintains a uniform consistency, transforming the mixture into a more solid structure. For example, Xanthan and Guar gums are plant-derived powders used as binding agents in gluten-free baking as replacements for the binding action of gluten, or in vegan cooking to replace eggs. When they are added to water, it becomes more viscous and gummy. Their binding properties are activated when mixed with other ingredients, such as flour.
Uses
Some of the main binding agents are shown below, along with examples of the kind of applications they are commonly used for.
| Product | Type | Examples of Use |
| Accroides | Resins | Binder in fireworks and flares. |
| Candelilla | Wax | Binder in chewing gum. |
| Guar | Gums | Binder in baking, meat and tablets. |
| Gum Arabic | Gums | Binder in baking, personal care products, incense, photography, watercolour paints, ceramic glazes and fireworks. |
| Karaya | Gums | Binder in baking and paper manufacturing. |
| Shellac | Shellac | Binder in mascara, eyeliners, fireworks and pyrotechnics. |
| Tragacanth | Gums | Binder in icing, tablets, incense and pastel paints. |
| Xanthan | Gums | Binder in baking, laxatives and toothpaste. |
A.F. Suter isa leading UK supplier, retailer, wholesaler, distributor, importer and exporter of high qualityShellac, Waxes, Natural Gums,Resins, Menthol Crystals andZein.
Please click on ourProduct Finderto search for the products that best meet your requirements in terms of Type, Industryand Application.
Type
Select some options
Industry
Select some options
Application
Select some options
Showing: products
Showing: 13 product(s)
Accroides Powder – Yacca Gum
Guar Powder
Gum Arabic – Acacia Gum
Karaya
Shellac – Dewaxed Bleached Powder
Shellac – Dewaxed Flakes – Food and Pharma Grade
Shellac – Dewaxed Flakes – Technical Grade
Shellac – Wax-Containing Bleached Powder
Shellac – Wax-Containing Button Lac
Shellac – Wax-Containing Flakes
Tragacanth Powder
Xanthan Powder
Zein Powder
- Guar PowderRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Gum Arabic – Acacia GumRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- KarayaRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Shellac – Dewaxed Bleached PowderRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Shellac – Dewaxed Flakes – Food and Pharma GradeRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Shellac – Dewaxed Flakes – Technical GradeRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Shellac – Wax-Containing Bleached PowderRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Shellac – Wax-Containing Button LacRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Shellac – Wax-Containing FlakesRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Tragacanth PowderRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Xanthan PowderRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Zein PowderRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
- Accroides Powder – Yacca GumRated 0 out of 5Add to Requirements
Policies
- Ethical Policy
- Quality Policy
- Environmental Policy
- Medical Disclaimer
- NEWS
- Website Terms of Use
- Privacy Statement
- Cookies Policy
- Copyright Notice
AF Suter
Registered Office:
146 New London Road, Chelmsford,
Essex.CM2 0AW
Company Reg No. 04296187
VAT No. GB 783 0308 36
Copyright © 2024
AF Suter. All Rights Reserved.
Site Map
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits Read More. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
Manage consent
Privacy Overview
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
