Guar Seeds, derived from the cluster bean plant (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba), are an important export commodity from India, primarily used in the production of guar gum powder. India is the largest producer and exporter of guar seeds, accounting for over 80% of global supply. Guar gum, extracted from the seeds, is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, textile, paper, and oil drilling industries due to its excellent thickening, stabilizing, and binding properties.

🌱 Guar Seeds

• Botanical Name: Cyamopsis tetragonoloba

• Forms Available: Whole Guar Seeds, Splits, Guar Gum Powder (processed form)

• Grades: FAQ (Fair Average Quality), Machine-Cleaned, Sortex-Cleaned

• Seed Characteristics:

  • Moisture: ≤ 10%

  • Protein: 18–22%

  • Fiber: 10–12%

  • Gum Content (endosperm): 28–33%

  • Color: Light brown to greyish

  • Texture: Oval, hard seeds, uniform size, free from mould or infestation

• Shelf Life: 12–18 months under proper storage

Applications:

• Food Industry: Ice creams, bakery, sauces, dressings, beverages (as thickener & stabilizer)

• Industrial Use: Oil drilling (hydraulic fracturing), textiles, paper, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, mining