Tara gum is a natural additive, obtained by grinding the endosperm of the seeds of Caesalpinia spinosa, of the Leguminosae family.

Tara gum, also called Peruvian carob, is a white to yellowish powder which is soluble in hot water and partially soluble in cold water.

Chemically, tara gum is comprised of polysaccharides, mainly galactomannans, of high molecular weight.

Tara gum is approved as a food additive, and functions mainly as a thickener and stabiliser.

The major component of it is a galactomannan polymer similar to the main components of guar and locust bean gums that are used widely in the food industry.

Food Industry

Widely used in bakery products, dairy products, desserts, frozen desserts, water jellies, meat based products, fruit preparations, low sugar jam and jelly, noodles, and sauces.

Cosmetic Industry

Tara gum can function as a film forming, skin conditioning and viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic and personal care products.

Packaging: 25kg bag.
Shipping: Within 7 days of order confirmation.