Ingredient · E466

Carboxymethyl Gum

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use carboxymethyl gum as a thickener and stabilizer in food products. It helps …

What it is

Carboxymethyl gum is a type of cellulose gum, a modified form of cellulose derived from plant material. It is produced by chemically treating cellulose, often from wood pulp or cotton, to create a water-soluble substance.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use carboxymethyl gum as a thickener and stabilizer in food products. It helps improve texture and prevent ingredients from separating, commonly found in baked goods, sauces, and dairy products.

Health notes

In the U.S., carboxymethyl gum is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it, and it is considered safe for consumption at typical intake levels. There is no widespread scientific controversy regarding its safety.

Allergen info

Carboxymethyl gum is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Carboxymethyl Gum

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Topco Associates, Inc. Flour Burrito Style Tortillas, Flour Mexican Dinner Mixes High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 294kcal 7.3Protein 8.8Fat 44.1Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Flour Fajita Style Tortillas, Flour Mexican Dinner Mixes 295kcal 6.8Protein 9.1Fat 45.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Flour Taco Style Tortillas, Flour Mexican Dinner Mixes 304kcal 7.1Protein 8.9Fat 44.6Carbs Cumberland Farms Dairy Inc Sausage, Cheese, Egg & Hashbrowns Square Wrap Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 55% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving 289kcal 10.1Protein 17.6Fat 24.5Carbs Buddy's Kitchen, Inc. Chicken Tinga Seasoned Chicken, Cheese, Pinto Beans, Rice And Corn Burrito, Chicken Tinga Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 227kcal 8.6Protein 8.1Fat 28.8Carbs

Speedway LLC Chicken & Queso Lunch Burrito, Chicken & Queso Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 212kcal 8.7Protein 7.1Fat 27.2Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Chicken Caesar Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 81% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 303kcal 17.4Protein 12.4Fat 28.0Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Italian Style Sandwich Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 97% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 80% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 403kcal 14.4Protein 22.9Fat 34.3Carbs Cumberland Farms Dairy Inc Firebraised Pork Burrito Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 212kcal 10.2Protein 22.8Fat 23.1Carbs

Buddy's Kitchen, Inc. Steak House Burrito Seasoned Steal With Monterey Jack Cheese, White Rice, Corn Black Beans, Onions And Red Bell Peppers Wrapped In A Soft Flour Tortilla, Steak House Burrito Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 55% DV per serving 202kcal 8.6Protein 7.1Fat 24.8Carbs Speedway LLC Chicken Caesar Wrap Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 79% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 248kcal 14.3Protein 10.2Fat 23.3Carbs Buddy's Kitchen, Inc. Cheesesteak Square Wrap, Cheesesteak Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 235kcal 11.1Protein 11.1Fat 24.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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