Gum Arabic Side Effects

Gum Arabic, CAS# 9000-01-5, is a complex mixture of glycoproteins and polysaccharides manufactured through extraction and isolation from two species of the acacia tree, available as Off-white to Yellowish Granular or Powder. Gum Arabic is widely used as food thickening agent. It is widely accepted as safe food additive in many countries with E number E414.

General Side Effects

1. Gum arabic can cause gas production, diarrhea, and loose stools when ingusted in large amount.
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Suggested Dosage

As Gum Arabic is widely known as safe, there is no limit on dosage of intake. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Gum Arabic for long period.
* ADI: Acceptable Daily Intake
* MTDI: maximum tolerable daily intake
* Data source: JECFA Database of WHO

Special Groups Precaution

Special groups refer to newborns, children, pregnant and any other applicable vulnerable groups.
There is no evidence that Gum Arabic could have any negative effects on these vulnerable groups. It should be safe to use Gum Arabic in food for newborns and pregnant. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Gum Arabic for long period in food for newborns or pregnant.

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