Karaya gum is a natural gum exudate obtained by incising the truck and branches of sterculia trees. That is why it is also known as sterculia gum.
This natural plant-based gum is a non-starch polysaccharide. Harvest regions are mainly located in dry and rocky areas in Africa (particularly Senegal and Mali) and India. Karaya gum is collected, cleaned and dried before being processed at our facilities.
Karaya gum in product formulation
Declaration: Gum Karaya*
Synonyms: Kadaya, Kullo, Kuterra, Sterculia
Identification: E416
INCI name: Sterculia URENS (viscosity control agent)
CAS: 9000-36-6
EINECS: 232-539-4
G.R.A.S. status: CFR 184.1349
No Acceptable Daily Intake (A.D.I.) specified (FAO / WHO JECFA, 1988)
Kosher and Halal certified products available
Customs Code: 1301.20.00.0.00.3.C
*Check with local legislation
Product characteristics
Our products are available in 25 kg paper bags. Other packaging available on request.
LABELLING*:
Karaya gum
E416
Alland & Robert products do not contain or come from genetically modified organisms, as defined in EU regulations N°1829/2003 and N°1830/2003 on labelling and traceability of GMO’s (genetically modified organisms) and products/ingredients derived thereof.
*Please check local legislation for labelling options.