Ingredient · E410

Locust Beam Gum

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Locust bean gum is used as a thickening and stabilizing agent in foods. It …

What it is

Locust bean gum is a dietary fiber derived from the seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), native to the Mediterranean region. The seeds are ground into a fine powder to produce the gum.

Why it's used

Locust bean gum is used as a thickening and stabilizing agent in foods. It helps improve texture and prevent ice crystal formation in frozen products like ice cream. It is also found in baked goods, dairy products, and sauces.

Health notes

Locust bean gum is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of soluble fiber, which may contribute to digestive health. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated locust bean gum and have not specified a numerical ADI. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Locust bean gum is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It is also gluten-free.

Products containing Locust Beam Gum

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Bonert's Incorporated Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 235kcal 4.2Protein 7.6Fat 37.0Carbs Bonert's Incorporated Pumpkin Pie Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 248kcal 4.4Protein 8.8Fat 38.9Carbs Price Chopper Supermarkets Strawberry Blended Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Strawberry Yogurt 88kcal 8.4Protein 0Fat 14.1Carbs Real Kosher Ice Cream Co. Crunchy Chocolate Chocolate Flavored Mini Ice Cream Bar Coated With Milk Chocolate And Crunch, Crunchy Chocolate Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 364kcal 3.3Protein 20.9Fat 44Carbs Western Manufacturing Corp. Vanilla Chocolate Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Coated With Fine Chocolate Minis Bars, Vanilla Chocolate Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 38% DV per serving 311kcal 1.6Protein 21.8Fat 27.3Carbs Real Kosher Ice Cream Co. Vanilla Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Mini Bars Coated With Fine Chocolate And Puffed Rice., Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 36% DV per serving 300kcal 1.6Protein 20.4Fat 26Carbs Real Kosher Ice Cream Co. Vanilla Strawberry Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Minis Bars Coated With Fine Chocolate, Vanilla Strawberry Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 295kcal 1.6Protein 18.6Fat 30.7Carbs Real Kosher Ice Cream Co. Mini Magic Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Chocolate Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 36% DV per serving 300kcal 1.6Protein 20.7Fat 27.3Carbs Real Kosher Ice Cream Co. Vanilla Minis Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Vanilla Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 33% DV per serving 321kcal 1.8Protein 23.0Fat 26.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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