What is Acacia Gum?

Acacia Gum also known as Arabic Gum is extracted from Acacia trees (mainly from Acacia Senegal “Hashab Gum” and Acacia Seyal “Talha Gum”).

The ruby-colored sap is the vital essence of the Acacia Tree, offering numerous natural advantages. It serves as a strong, natural surfactant, blending ingredients in various foods and medicines while also slowing down absorption and digestion.

Where does gum come from?

The main gum-producing countries are Sudan, Nigeria, Chad and Senegal. Sudan is the world’s largest producer of Gum Arabic.

BENEFITS OF Acacia GUM

Gum Arabic is a good ingredient workhorse

High in soluble fibre (more than 90%)
Prevents sugar crystallisation
Binding, texturizing and emulsifying agent
Minimises bloating
Prebiotic fibre that is good for the gut and kidneys
Encapsulation and coating agent
Replacement for Gluten
Provides a silky mouth feel where other gums become slimy
Diabetic and Keto friendly
Slower digestion leading to longer feelings of satiety

FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES

Emulsifier
Encapsulation Agent
Soluble Fiber Source
Stabiliser
Surface Finishing Agent
Thickener
Firming Agent
Texturizer
Adhesive
Plasticiser
Formulation Aid
Film Forming Agent

Forms Available — Acacia Gum (Senegal & Seyal)

Tokyo Naturals supplies food-, cosmetic-, and industrial-grade Acacia gum in multiple physical forms to match processing and formulation requirements.

1. Granular / Crystalline Form

Natural amber or golden-brown pieces (mechanically graded)
Suitable for re-dissolution, traditional processing, or further milling
Preferred by processors requiring natural or unmodified material
Moisture: ≤ 10 % Ash: ≤ 5 %

2. Instantized / Agglomerated Powder

Low-dust, quick-wetting format for industrial mixing lines
Excellent flow and dispersion in high-speed blending
Reduced lumping in large-scale tanks and powder premixes

Packaging Options

25 kg multi-wall paper bags (standard)
20 kg fiber drums or HDPE liners (powder or granules)
1,000 kg jumbo bags or IBC tanks (liquid form)
Custom packaging and private-label export available

All forms supplied with

Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Batch traceability documentation

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Gum Grades

Overview
Food-grade gum arabic obtained from Acacia senegal.
Known for its high emulsifying power, low viscosity, and superior clarity, this is the preferred grade for beverage and flavor manufacturers requiring reliable emulsion stability.

Functional Profile

High arabinogalactan-protein (AGP) content → strong oil-in-water emulsifier
Forms clear, low-viscosity solutions
Excellent acid and heat stability in RTD and syrup applications
Rapid hydration and good process flowability

Typical Applications

Flavor-oil and cloud emulsions
Spray-dried flavor encapsulation
Confectionery glazing and edible films

Typical Specifications

Moisture ≤ 10 % Ash ≤ 4 % pH (10 %) ≈ 4.5 – 5.5
Appearance: pale amber granules or spray-dried powder
Conforms to food-grade standard (E414); CoA / SDS per lot

Packaging & Supply

25 kg multi-wall paper bags
Bulk / custom pack sizes on request
Standard lead time 2–3 weeks ex-warehouse

Recommended For: beverage, flavor, and encapsulation manufacturers requiring consistent clarity and emulsifying strength.

Acacia Seyal (Talha)

Functional / Economical Gum Arabic

Overview
Natural gum arabic derived from Acacia seyal.
Selected for applications where viscosity, film-forming, and cost efficiency are key. Slightly higher mineral content provides functional body and binding capacity.