Description

Locust Bean Gum is a high-purity, natural galactomannan polysaccharide derived from the seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua). This versatile hydrocolloid is prized for its exceptional ability to thicken, stabilize, and gel aqueous systems, providing crucial texture and shelf-life extension. It serves as a key functional ingredient for formulators and manufacturers in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial sectors seeking natural, label-friendly solutions.

Application

• Food & Beverage: As a thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent in dairy products (ice cream, yogurt), baked goods, sauces, dressings, and meat products to improve texture and prevent syneresis.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a binder and disintegrant in tablet formulations, and as a viscosity-enhancing agent in suspensions and topical gels.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Functions as a thickener and stabilizer in lotions, creams, toothpastes, and shampoos to provide desirable rheological properties.
• Technical & Industrial Applications: Employed in paper manufacturing, textile printing, and as a component in water-based adhesives and drilling fluids.
• Pet Food: Acts as a binder and texture modifier in wet and dry pet food formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Locust Bean Gum
CAS No.	9000-40-2
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O5)n
Molecular Weight	~50,000 - 3,000,000 g/mol (Polymer)
Synonyms	Carob Bean Gum; Carob Gum; E410; Ceratonia Gum; Carob Flour; Carob Seed Gum; Locust Bean Galactomannan; INS 410
EINECS	232-541-5

Quality Control

Our Locust Bean Gum is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and Food Grade specifications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and performance consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as viscosity, protein content, and microbiological limits are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent caking and degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to yellowish powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Viscosity (1% solution)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 14.0 %
Total Ash	≤ 1.2 %
Acid Insoluble Ash	≤ 0.5 %
Protein (N x 6.25)	≤ 7.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 mg/kg
Lead (Pb)	≤ 5 mg/kg
Microbiological Criteria	Meets FCC standards

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.