ABOUT THE GUM ARABIC :
Gum Arabic was known as an article of commerce since the year 4,000 B.C. and was widely used in Egypt during the Pharaoh's Civilization in the preparation of Ink, Water Colors and Dyes. The name "GUM ARABIC" was derived from the fact that it was shipped to Europe from Arabian Ports in the old days, Gum ARABIC is therefore long established in the World's Markets.
Gum Arabic is the natural gummy exuded obtained by tapping the branches of the Acacia Senegal tree and its closely related species. Gum ARABIC "HASHAB" is prized for its outstanding and highly uniform characteristics such as excellent solubility, pale color and superb emulsifying and film- forming properties.
Gum Arabic is used in sweeteners and as a food, beverage and drink additive, a liquid or drink thickener, in cake and pastry preparation, and in food flavorings. Gum Arabic is used to manufacture pharmaceutical capsules, to coat pills, and it is used to manufacture vitamins, lotions, mascara, cake makeup, and so on. Gum Arabic is also a valuable addition to sweets, including chocolates, jujubes, and cookies. Gum Arabic is used as an emulsifier, it is water soluble, and a completely safe, natural product.
Gum Arabic is available in crystal, kibble, powder and granules. Gum Arabic Powders are available in course, medium and fine form.
GRADES AND PROCESSING
We proceeded different grades of gum derived from Acacia Senegal, however, the "CLEANED" grades, and the "HAND-PICKED and SELECTED" grades (bigger tears, lighter color) remain the qualities of choice for food, beverage and pharmaceutical applications. A lesser grade derived from Acacia Seyal, known as gum "TALHA", has diversed technical applications, and may be further processed by "Kibbling," "Granulating", "Powdering" and "Spray Drying".
GUM ARABIC USAGE :
GUM ARABIC is an essential element in many industries :
- Confectionery
- Bakery
- Beverages
- Encapsulated Flavors
- Pharmaceutical and Vitamins
- Chemical and Cosmetic
- High Fiber Formulation
- Printing, Colors and Textile
- Formulations Miscellaneous
We offer Gum Arabic under the follawing forms:
- Gum Arabic (Raw Materail)
- Gum Arabic Powder
- Spray Dried Gum Arabic
