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Emulsifiers, Stabilisers, Thickeners and Gelling Agents.
Cross-linked sodium carboxymethyl cellulose is semi synthetic polysaccharide that consists of glucose monomer chains which form a major component of plant cell walls and fibres.

Cross-linked sodium carboxymethyl cellulose is used in food as an emulsifier to maintain a uniform mixture between two or more unblendable mixutres. For example a mixture of oil and water. Used in many products including pasteurised products, ice-creams, cheeses, dairy products, batters, baked emulsions and spreads, breakfast cereals, and bakery goods.