Message from CEO
Dear Stakeholders,
I am thrilled to announce the launch of BioChem’s latest venture, the 30,000 TPY Xanthan Gum Project in King Salman Energy City (SPARK). This marks a significant milestone in our company’s journey and reflects our commitment to innovation, growth, and contributing to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
Our decision to locate the project in SPARK is no coincidence. We have carefully selected this site to leverage its strategic advantages, including proximity to vital resources, robust infrastructure, and comprehensive support services tailored to the needs of the oil drilling chemicals industry.
As we embark on this new chapter, I am confident that BioChem is well-positioned to deliver outstanding value to our customers and make a meaningful impact in the industry.
Thank you for your continued support and trust in BioChem. We look forward to sharing more updates on our progress and successes in the coming months.
Sincerely,
Mohammad H. Alshammari
CEO, BioChem
Saudi Arabia Biotechnology Vision
BioChem Project is being set up to capitalize on the biotechnology initiatives under The Saudi Arabia National Biotechnology Strategy to baseline, measure and support increased levels of localization in the Kingdom and Biotechnology based Industries.
BioChem Products
Xanthan Gum (Oil Drilling Grade)
Xanthan Gum polymer is used in drilling technology as a primary agent to regulate the structural strength and viscosity of muds. Having an attraction to water is an essential characteristic of Xanthan Gum, as water is the base carrier fluid in drilling muds. Operators use xanthan gum as a thickening agent in drilling muds to increase the mud's viscosity. When mixed into water, xanthan gum swells, and the mixture takes on a gel-like consistency that has proven to be an excellent carrier of drill cuttings. Even when the flow of drilling mud stops, the viscous mixture helps keep cuttings trapped in suspension instead of allowing them to fall down the drilling pipe due to gravity.
Xanthan Gum (Food Grade)
Xanthan Gum is widely used in salad and food dressings. In addition to its physical properties improvement, adding xanthan gum food additives to the jam can improve the taste and water retention, and improve the quality of the product; It can be used in beverages to thicken and suspend, make the taste smooth and natural flavor. Using xanthan gum (combined with guar gum and locust bean gum) in ice cream and dairy products can make the products stable; Xanthan gum, carrageenan, locust bean gum, etc. are also commonly used in jelly and candy processing. Xanthan Gum Food Grade E-Number in food products is E415.
Xanthan Gum (Cosmetics Grade)
Thickening Agent
Xanthan gum in skin care is used as a thickening agent, texture enhancer, and to stabilize emulsions, which is a general term for mixtures of unlike substances such as oil and water. Xanthan gum is also used in a variety of personal care and cosmetic products because of its ability to hold ingredients together and improve the texture of products. It is commonly used in lotions, creams, and shampoos to provide a creamy and smooth consistency.
News
BioChem Land Allocation
BioChem Land Allocation
BioChem Land Allocation
Land area spans of ~100,000 square meters has been allocated to BioChem in King Salman Energy City "SPARK". The selected land has been strategically chosen to accommodate future expansions and capitalize on the unique benefits of SPARK.
BioChem Legal Advisor
BioChem Land Allocation
BioChem Land Allocation
BioChem has signed Legal Advisory and Consultation agreement with Trowers & Hamlins for the upcoming Xanthan Gum project in Saudi Arabia. With their extensive experience in the Middle East and expertise in commercial and projects execution law, Trowers & Hamlins will provide crucial legal support to navigate the complexities of project development.
BioChem Technology
BioChem Land Allocation
BioChem Technology
BioChem is excited to announce a new agreement with a top global technology provider for Technology-License, Know-How transfer, advanced Bacteria and Process Engineering Design Package (PDP) services for BioChem Xanthan Gum project in Saudi Arabia. This partnership highlights our commitment to using cutting-edge proven technology in all BioChem production processes.