Acacia
What is Acacia?
Acacia gum, also known as gum arabic, is a natural gum made from the hardened sap of the acacia tree. It is harvested from several species of acacia trees, primarily found in the Sahel region of Africa. The sap is collected, dried, and then processed into a powder or granules.
Is Acacia vegan?
Acacia is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Acacia a major allergen?
Acacia gum is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Acacia used for?
Acacia gum is commonly used as a stabiliser, emulsifier, and thickening agent in the food industry.
Is Acacia safe?
Acacia gum is authorised as a food additive in the UK and the EU.
Why it's used
Acacia gum is commonly used as a stabiliser, emulsifier, and thickening agent in the food industry. Its ability to bind water and form a stable gel makes it useful in confectionery, baked goods, and beverages. It can also act as a dietary fibre supplement.
Health notes
Acacia gum is authorised as a food additive in the UK and the EU. It is listed in the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated acacia gum. At typical dietary levels, it is generally considered safe and is recognised for its prebiotic properties, acting as a source of soluble fibre.
Allergen info
Acacia gum is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not derived from any of these allergens. Not a major allergen.
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