Description

Acacia Senegal, Ext. CAS NO 97659-43-3 is a natural polysaccharide gum exudate, widely recognized as Gum Arabic. This product is valued for its exceptional emulsifying, stabilizing, and thickening properties in aqueous systems. It serves as a critical functional ingredient for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and technical industries seeking natural, plant-based solutions.

Application

• Food & Beverage Industry: Acts as a natural emulsifier and stabilizer in soft drinks, flavor emulsions, confectionery (gum drops, jellies), and dairy products to prevent ingredient separation and improve texture.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Used as a binder and emulsifying agent in tablet manufacturing, and as a stabilizer in suspensions and emulsions for oral and topical applications.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Serves as a dietary fiber source and an encapsulation matrix for sensitive bioactive compounds and vitamins.
• Technical & Industrial Applications: Functions as an adhesive in postage stamps and envelopes, a binder in watercolor paints and ceramics, and a protective colloid in lithography.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Employed as a film-forming agent and thickener in lotions, creams, and mascara to enhance product stability and sensory profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acacia Senegal, Ext.
CAS No.	97659-43-3
Molecular Formula	Complex polysaccharide (primarily arabinogalactan-protein complex)
Molecular Weight	~250,000 - 1,000,000 g/mol (Variable)
Synonyms	Gum Arabic; Acacia Gum; Acacia Fiber; E414; Indian Gum; Senegal Gum; Gum Acacia; Acacia Senegal Gum; Acacia Seyal Gum; Gum Hashab; Kordofan Gum
EINECS	307-793-3

Quality Control

Our Acacia Senegal Gum is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for global markets. We ensure compliance with relevant pharmacopoeial (USP/NF, Ph. Eur.) and food-grade specifications (FCC). Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, microbiological limits, and physical parameters to guarantee consistency and safety for your application.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent caking and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to amber granules or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Solubility	Soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol
Assay (on dried basis)	Min. 95%
Loss on Drying	Max. 15.0%
Total Ash	Max. 4.0%
Acid Insoluble Ash	Max. 0.5%
Starch & Dextrin	No blue color produced
Tannin-Bearing Gums	No precipitate formed
Microbiological Criteria	Meets Ph. Eur./USP guidelines

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