Tack
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What it is
Tack is a type of food-grade adhesive, often made from plant-based ingredients like starches or gums. It is used to help bind different food components together, especially in snack mixes or confectionery. The specific composition can vary, but it is designed to be safe for consumption.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use tack as a binding agent to help ingredients like nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and candies stick together in trail mixes and snack bars. It ensures that the various components remain evenly distributed and don't separate during packaging or consumption. It is also used in some confectionery applications to adhere coatings or decorations.
Health notes
Tack, when made from approved food-grade ingredients, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use as a food additive. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many common food adhesives. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns from its use in food.
Allergen info
Tack is not typically derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It is also gluten-free, assuming it is made from non-gluten-containing sources like corn starch or tapioca starch.