Ingredient

Xanthan And Guar Gums

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

These gums are added to foods as thickeners and stabilizers. They help improve texture …

What it is

Xanthan gum and guar gum are both types of soluble fiber. Xanthan gum is produced by a fermentation process using a specific bacteria, Xanthomonas campestris. Guar gum is made from the ground endosperm of guar beans.

Why it's used

These gums are added to foods as thickeners and stabilizers. They help improve texture and prevent ingredients from separating, making them common in baked goods, dressings, sauces, and dairy products.

Health notes

Both xanthan gum and guar gum are considered safe by the FDA and are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). They are often used to add fiber to foods. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these gums and found them to be safe for consumption. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intake.

Allergen info

Neither xanthan gum nor guar gum are derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Xanthan And Guar Gums

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Kraft Heinz Foods Company Season's Delight Whipped Topping, French Vanilla Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 278kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 22.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Cool Whip Creamy Chocolate Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 278kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 22.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Kraft, Coolwhip Frosting, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 333kcal 0Protein 19.4Fat 44.4Carbs

Campbell Soup Company Golden Beer Battered White Meat Chicken Strip Shaped Patties With Mashed Potatoes And Mixed Vegetables - Includes A Chocolate Brownie, Beer Battered Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 64% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 187kcal 6.8Protein 9.2Fat 17.8Carbs

Campbell Soup Company Boneless Pork Rib Shaped Patties Home-Style Mashed Potatoes, Rib Shaped Patties Glazed With Barbeque Sauce And Mixed Vegetables - Includes A Chocolate Brownie, Boneless Pork Rib Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 54% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 172kcal 5.1Protein 7.7Fat 20.7Carbs Campbell Soup Company Buffalo Style Chicken Strips Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 79% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 151kcal 5.8Protein 7.5Fat 12.4Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Whipped Topping, Original Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 278kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 22.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Extra Creamy Whipped Topping, Extra Creamy Cream 278kcal 0Protein 22.2Fat 22.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Strawberry And Cream Whipped Topping, Strawberry And Cream Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 278kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 22.2Carbs

Topco Associates, Inc. Cilantro Paste, Cilantro Herbs & Spices 250kcal 0Protein 30Fat 0Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Oregano Paste, Oregano Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 300kcal 0Protein 30Fat 0Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Garlic Paste, Garlic Herbs & Spices 300kcal 0Protein 30Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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