Ingredient

Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum

Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

These ingredients are used as thickeners and stabilizers in many foods. They help create …

What is Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum?

Carrageenan is a food additive made from red seaweed. Locust bean gum comes from the seeds of the carob tree. Both are processed to create a powder used in food.

Is Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum vegan?

Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum gluten-free?

They do not contain gluten.

Is Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum a major allergen?

Neither carrageenan nor locust bean gum are derived from any of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum used for?

These ingredients are used as thickeners and stabilizers in many foods.

Is Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum safe?

Carrageenan is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

Why it's used

These ingredients are used as thickeners and stabilizers in many foods. They help create a smooth texture and prevent ingredients from separating, especially in dairy-based products like puddings, ice cream, and cheese.

Health notes

Carrageenan is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. However, some studies have raised questions about its safety, particularly regarding potential digestive issues. The WHO's Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated carrageenan, but they have not set specific numeric limits for its use. Evidence on the health effects of carrageenan at typical consumption levels is mixed and debated.

Allergen info

Neither carrageenan nor locust bean gum are derived from any of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Carrageenan And Locust Bean Gum

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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