GUM ARABIC NF POWDERED S.D. K

Appearance

White to yellow-white powder

Description

Is a natural gum made of hardened sap taken from two species of the acacia tree; Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal. It is used primarily in the food industry as a stabilizer. It's mixture of polysaccharides and glycoproteins gives it the properties of a glue and binder which is edible by humans. Acacia farnesiana is used in the perfume industry due to its strong fragrance.

Function

Gum Arabic is used in sweeteners and as a food, beverage and drink additive, a liquid or drink thickener, in cake and pastry preparation, and in food flavorings. Gum Arabic is used to manufacture pharmaceutical capsules, to coat pills, and it is used to manufacture vitamins, lotions, mascara, cake makeup, and so on.

Synonyms

Gum Arabic NF Powdered S.D., UnigumGA; Acacia Acid; Acacia ampliceps gum; Arabic Cool SS; Instant Gum AA; Valspray A

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated area.

Packages

250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
5 lb. HDPE WM Bottle
25 lb. Drum
50 lb. Bag
50 lb. Fiber Drum
25 kg. Bag
55 lb. Bag
55 lb. Fiber Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Pharmaceutical
food & bev.

Product Classes

Gums
sweetener
thickeners

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Kosher
Flash Point: N/A
Melting Point: N/A
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: N/A