Further, on evaporation a thick viscous dispersion is formed that yield strong, transparent, elastic films. Due to its distinctive property of forming gel at high sugar concentrations, low viscosity and low molecular weight it founds numerous applications. This bright creamy white Tamarind Kernel Powder is also used as ingredient in camel feed.

Applications of TKP:

• It has excellent penetration & fiber forming property. It is very effectively used for sizing in dyeing & printing industry
• It is also used for sizing in jute yarn & cotton wraps
• It has extensive use in paper & explosive industry, where it is used as viscosity builder
• It is very effectively used these days by oil drilling companies as soil stabilizer.
• It is widely used as textile thickener
• It has numerous other applications & its low cost gives it an edge over other thickening agents