Acacia Gum

What is Acacia Gum?

Acacia, also known as gum arabic, is a natural gum derived from the sap of Acacia trees.

Acacia gum is often used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in a variety of food and beverage products.

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Acacia Gum Distributor & Supplier Information

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Information About Acacia Gum

Application
Gum acacia serves as a food stabilizer, emulsifier, and thickener, enhancing the texture of food items without compromising taste. It is commonly used in wine, chewing gum, yogurts, sodas, soups, baked goods, dried egg products, seasoned and coated nuts, dairy products, and sugar-free candies.

Formulation
Acacia gum is sourced from Acacia tree sap and is ground into powder for food and beverage applications. It is available in flakes, granules, or powder.

Specification
Appearance: Before being ground, acacia is a white/orange/brown in color and has the appearance of spheroidal tears. Once ground, it comes in yellowish-white flakes, granules, or powder.

Particle size: Variable – it is available in different grades with varying levels of purity and particle sizes.

Solubility: Soluble in cold water, but not ethanol.

Viscosity: Low viscosity.


About AIFI - An Acacia Gum Supplier & Distributor

American International Foods, Inc. is a leading acacia gum gum supplier with an additional full service portfolio of over 2500 food and beverage ingredients. We offer one of the most extensive lines of gums and hydrocolloids distributed to manufacturers and processors in the food, beverage, pet food, health and nutrition sectors. With a strategic nationwide warehouse network and our reliable just-in-time deliveries, we can supply your business with high quality gums and hydrocolloids at competitive prices.