GUM TRAGACANTH

Group

Binding Agent, Emulsifier, Hydrocolloid, Stabilizer, Suspension Aid, Thickening Agent

Application

Bakery, Confectionery, Cosmetics, Fine Food, Food, Ice Cream, Pharma, Technical

Origin

The resin is mainly harvested in the Middle East by tapping the roots of mainly Astragalus gummifer and other Astragalus species of the family Leguminosa. The exudate dries in form of stripes or flakes and is collected by hand. The crop takes place from May to September.

Function

Thickener and stabilizer in dressings, sauces and icings, emulsifier for lotions, creams and syrups, stabilizer in ice cream and many more.

Qualities

Raw material: Ribbon and Flakes after traditional sorting           

Standardized Powder different in:

• viscosity
• colour
• microbiology

according to E-413, Ph.Eur, USP and BP

Packaging

Raw material: in origin packing, usually in jute bags of 40-70 kg

Powder: 25 kg in bags or drums