Acacia gum (Arabic gum)

Description

• Acacia gum or Arabic gum, comes from an exudation of Acacia trees after the incision of their stems and branches, is as a highly safe additive  (E 414) used for many centuries
• Acacia gum is the best not only for its versatile and multifunctional properties, but also because it matches consumer expectations
• 100% veggie and natural
• A soluble fiber with prebiotics effects, good for gut health
• Non-GMO
• Pesticide-free
• Gluten-free
• Tasteless, odorless, and low calorie

Standards

• Spray-dried gum acacia (381 A), Instant soluble gum acacia (381 I), Instant soluble gum acacia organic (399 I).
• White or yellowish-white free-flowing powder
• Resistance to acidity
• Gum content (fiber) ≥ 90 %
• pH 4-5
• Viscosity: ≥ 60cps
• Shelf-life: 3 years

Applications

• Film-forming for coating, spay-dried.
• Tensioactive properties; Stabilizing, Emulsifying, Whipping and Suspending agent for beverages, oenology,  ice-creams, juices, soft drinks, smoothies, dairies,….
• Texturing and  Adhesive properties for nuts and grains, snacks, energy bars and confectioneries,…
• Thermoplastic, lubricating properties for snacks, instant noodles, pet food.
• Enhance mouthfeel.
• Water-holding properties keep moisture and soften.
• Fiber enrichment
• Sugar reduction