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Tara Gum

What is Tara Gum?

Tara gum is a white or beige, nearly odorless powder that is produced by separating and grinding the endosperm of C. spinosa seeds. The major component of the gum is a galactomannan polymer similar to the main components of guar and locust bean gums that are used widely in the food industry. [1]


History

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Other Ingredient Information

Products containing Tara Gum


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Caesalpinia spinosa - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Natural Tara Gum

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  • Both (Can be derived from Natural & Artificial Sources) & Possibly Unsafe

Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchOctober 26, 2010 @ 3:45 AM

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