Tamarind Kernel Powder (TKP) is a powder obtained from grinding dehusked white tamarind seeds. various grades of Tamarind Kernel Powder are supplied based on specific customer requirements depending upon concerned industrial applications. Tamarind Kernel Powder in textile industry is used for printing applications mainly in polyester fabric printing with disperse dyes. It is the main raw material for manufacturing Cold Water Carboxymethyl Kernel Powder.
| Constitution |
Tamarind Kernel Powder |
| Appearance |
Creamy Yellowish Powder |
| Paste Appearance |
Creamy White |
| Solubility |
Hot Water Soluble |
| Packing |
25 kgs HDPE laminated paper bags with PE Lining. |
| Mesh Size |
99-100% Thru 300 Mesh |
| pH |
6-7 |
| Moisture |
8% Max |
| Ash Content |
3% Max |
| Solution |
Viscosity |
Spindle No. |
| 4% |
6,000 CPS – 7,000 CPS |
4 |
| 5% |
14,000 CPS – 16,000 CPS |
6 |
| 6% |
27,000 CPS – 32,000 CPS |
6 |
| 8% |
Around 1,00,000 CPS |
7 |
** All solutions tested in hot boiling water, at 20 RPM by brookfield viscometer RVT Model at 25°C.
