Carob Bean Xanthan Gum Guar Gum
What is Carob Bean Xanthan Gum Guar Gum?
Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide produced by the fermentation of sugar by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris. It is a white to cream-colored powder that is soluble in water and used as a food additive.
Is Carob Bean Xanthan Gum Guar Gum vegan?
Carob Bean Xanthan Gum Guar Gum is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Carob Bean Xanthan Gum Guar Gum gluten-free?
Xanthan gum is not derived from any of the 9 major FDA allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Carob Bean Xanthan Gum Guar Gum used for?
Manufacturers add xanthan gum to foods as a thickener and stabilizer.
Is Carob Bean Xanthan Gum Guar Gum safe?
Xanthan gum is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add xanthan gum to foods as a thickener and stabilizer. It helps prevent ingredients from separating and improves the texture of products like salad dressings, sauces, baked goods, and ice cream.
Health notes
Xanthan gum is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is not metabolized by the body and passes through the digestive system largely unchanged. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated xanthan gum and have not set a numeric limit for its acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Xanthan gum is not derived from any of the 9 major FDA allergens and does not contain gluten.
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