Agri-Spray Acacia® Fibre

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Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber is not limited to its function as an encapsulating agent or a carrier.

Ingredient Name: Acacia Gum

Functions: Carrier, Encapsulant, Fiber Source

Labeling Claims: Gluten-free, Halal, Kosher, Low Calorie, Natural, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Food Ingredients Functions
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Ingredients
Acacia Gum, Acacia Fiber
Food Additive Number
E 414, INS 414

Features & Benefits

Product Info

Pesticide Residues - Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber does not contain any Organochlorine or Organophosphorus Pesticide residues or agri-chemicals.

Organic Compounds - Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber is free from Benzopirene, Dioxin, Polychlorinated Biphenyl products, Phthalates or Phthalate esters.

Solvent Residues - Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber is free from all organic and inorganic solvents (except water)

Mycotoxins - Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber is free from Aflatoxin and Mycotoxins

GRAS - Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber is a GRAS (GenerallyRecognised as Safe) food ingredient.

Melamine - The manufacturing of Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber does not involve any melamine. It complies with regulations 1881/2006 and 594/2012.

Radiation - Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber is not treated with ionizing radiation

Applications & Uses

Manufacturing Technology
Food & Nutrition Applications
Applications

Fiber enrichment source. Protective agent for colloidal solutions and oenology. Film-forming agent - encapsulation of oil soluble flavors, food colors and vitamins. Coating and glazing agent for confectionery, bakery and pharmaceuticals.

Process

Water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning and spray drying.

Properties

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Granulometrymin. 90 (max. 200)% (µm)
Colour (25% w/w solu. Lovibond Tintometer 25mm optical cell)4 to 10°Lov
Viscosity (25% w/w solution, 24h, 20°C, Brookfield Viscometer)min. 60cps
Specific optical rotation (10% w/w solution, 20°C)35 - 60°
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cadmium Contentmax. 1 mg/kgmg/kg
Mercurymax. 1 mg/kgmg/kg
Lead Contentmax. 2 mg/kgmg/kg
Arsenic Contentmax. 3 mg/kgmg/kg
pH (25% w/w solution,20°C)4 - 5
Acid Insoluble Ashmax.0.5%
Acid Insoluble Mattermax. 0.1%
Total Ashmax. 4.0%
Loss on Dryingmax.10.0%
Puritymin. 99.9%
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Yeasts & Mouldsmax. 100 cfu/g
Total Viable Countmax. 1,000cfu/g
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Protein2%
Fat0%
Trans Fatty Acids0%
Sugars0%
Polyols0%
Starches0%
Complex Carbohydrate90%
Dietary Fibre90%
Ashmax. 4%
Moisturemax. 10%
Energy Value836KJ/100g
Potassium0.5%
Calcium1%
Magnesium0.02 - 0.2%
Sodium0.02%

Regulatory & Compliance

Legal Requirements

Complying with Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 specifications for food additives [E414] and current issues of EP, DAB, BP, USP/NF and FCC.

Technical Details & Test Data

Nutritional Data

Protein

2%

Fat

0%

Trans Fatty Acids

0%

Sugars

0%

Polyols

0%

Starches

0%

Complex Carbohydrate

90%

Dietary Fiber

90%

Ash

≤4.0%

Moisture

≤10.0%

Energy Value

836 KJ/100g (200 Kcal/100g)

Potassium

0.5%

Calcium

1%

Magnesium

0.02% to 0.2%

Sodium

0.02%

Declaration
Food Allergens

Agri-Spray Acacia®Fibredoes not contain any allergenic substances, as definedin:

•European Directive 1169/2011

•United States Code 21 USC 321. 201 Chapter II

(Federal FOOD, DRUG and Cosmetic Act, Definitions) Agri-Spray Acacia®Fiber is a Gluten-Free product. Tothe best ofour knowledge, there is no risk of cross contaminationwith other allergenic substances.

Suitability of product composition for specific diets Gum Acacia is suitable for Diabetic, Vegetarian and Vegan diets and is Halal and Kosher certified.
GMO Agri-Spray Acacia® Fiber does not contain and does not come from genetically modified organisms, as defined in EU regulations N° 1829/2003 and N°1830/2003 on labeling and traceability of GMO’s (genetically modifiedorganisms) and products/ingredients derived thereof.

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Europe
  • North America
Packaging

25 kg paper bags (with polyethylene bag inside); other packing available on request.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

Keep dry at room temperature. Stable for 3 years.