Ester Gum
What is Ester Gum?
Ester gum is a modified form of rosin, a resin obtained from pine trees. It is produced by reacting glycerol with specific types of rosin acids. This process makes it stable and suitable for use in food.
Is Ester Gum vegan?
Ester Gum is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Ester Gum gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Ester Gum a major allergen?
Ester gum is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Ester Gum used for?
Ester gum is used as a weighting agent in beverages, particularly those with citrus or fruit flavors.
Is Ester Gum safe?
In the U.S., ester gum is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use.
Why it's used
Ester gum is used as a weighting agent in beverages, particularly those with citrus or fruit flavors. It helps to keep the flavoring oils dispersed evenly in the drink, preventing them from separating and floating on top. It is commonly found in soft drinks, sports drinks, and flavored waters.
Health notes
In the U.S., ester gum is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated ester gum and established acceptable daily intakes. Studies on its consumption at typical levels have not indicated significant health concerns.
Allergen info
Ester gum is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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