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Gum arabic is a complex mixture of glycoproteins and polysaccharides, predominantly polymers of arabinose and galactose. It is soluble in water, edible, and used primarily in the food industry and soft-drink industry as a stabilizer, with E number E414 (I414 in the US).
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Gum arabic is a water-soluble exudate from acacia trees in sub-Saharan Africa. It has various applications in food, medicine, art, and industry, and is an important economic resource for the region.
Gum arabic, also known as acacia gum, or meska, is a natural gum. It is made of hardened sap from two species of acacia tree; Senegalia (Acacia) senegal and Vachellia (Acacia) seyal. The gum is got from wild trees throughout the Sahel from Senegal to Somalia. In the past it has also been cultivated in Arabia and west Asia. [1]
Apr 29, 2024 · Published: April 29, 2024 10:28am EDT. Sudan. Gum Trees. Sudan conflict. Register now. Sudan has been a key exporter of gum arabic for decades. Producers have warned fighting could wipe out...
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Learn about gum arabic, a natural product derived from acacia trees, and its uses, benefits, and safety in foods and beverages. Find out how gum arabic is made, where it comes from, and how it affects the environment and food affordability.
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