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AEP Colloids Gum Tragacanth

AEP Colloids Gum Tragacanth is an exudate of the Astragalus genus of plants in the Leguinosae family. Found in areas of Asia Minor, the gum is exuded through breaks or wounds in the bark of the shrub. When water is added to Gum Tragacanth, a soft adhesive paste can be formed, typically at a 2 – 4 % concentration. This paste accounts for many of its uses in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Ingredient Name: Tragacanth Gum

Functions: Emulsifier, Stabilizer, Thickener

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Food Ingredients Functions
Ingredients
Gum Tragacanth
Food Additive Number
E 413, INS 413
Technologies

Applications & Uses

Application
  • Pie-Fillings
  • Ice Cream
  • Pastels
  • Citrus Emulsions
  • Ice Pops
  • Cough Drops
  • Salad Dressings
  • Pudding
  • Low-Cal Syrups
  • Sherbet
  • Ceramics
  • Milk Drinks
  • Crayons
  • Meringue
  • Leather Curing
  • Frozen Pie Filling
  • Paper Processing
  • Fruit Juices
  • Textile Processing
  • Sauces
  • Syrups / Toppings
  • Candies
  • Taffy
  • Gum Drops
  • Sugar Paste
  • Lotions

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Cream white to light tan powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity250 – 1000cps
pH5.0 – 6.0
pH Stability Range2.5 – 10.0