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Locust Bean Gum (LBG)

Natural Texturizer

Our Locust Bean Gum

High Quality LBG
Natural & Eco-friendly texturizer

Characteristics:

Our KERAGUM range of locust bean gum (E410), are extracted from the endosperm of the seeds of the endemic carob tree (Ceratonia Siliqua), native to the Mediterranean basin. They are vegetable-based thickeners, stabilizers, emulsifiers and flavoring agents. They consist of high molecular weight galactomannans polysaccharides, that has the capacity to form very viscous solutions at relatively low concentrations, which are almost not affected by pH, temperature or salts.

The level required for their use is low, compared to their benefits, giving our products a place of choice for a wide range of applications : ice cream/milk, water ice, yogurt fruit, cream cheese, sauces, dressings, jelly products ..etc.

* Contact us for usage levels guidelines.

Main specifications:

Why choose our Locust Bean Gum (LBG)?

Key Benefits

Keragum brings together the best of nature and technology, offering a range of exceptional benefits that meet the highest industry standards.

All natural, free from chemicals
(clean labels)

Neutral taste and odor
(does not alter taste or nutritious of final product)

Gives body and a creamy texture with a pleasant mouthfeel

Excellent syneresis control

Reduces ice-crystal growth and give freeze-thaw stability

Gelling agent and shows strong synergies to improve gel strength when combined with other Hydrocolloids (Carrageenan, Xanthan ..)

Good stabilizing effect on proteins

Increase shelf life

Easy to process with and almost no interactions with other ingredients

Our Certifications

Quality assurance policy

Our KERAGUM products complie with the specification of FAO/WHO, JEFCA, EU directives ( E410), Japanese Standard for Food Additives, FOOD CHEMICALS Codex and FDA.

They are also certified Kosher, Halal, and GMO free according to the International definitions and regulations.

Our Locust Bean Gum (LBG)

Sustainability

• Carob tree: essentially endemic, participate to stop desertification, small need of water and more often no fertilizers.

• Process: No use of chemicals, no effluents, low carbon footprint, 30% of renewable energy.

• By products: animal feed

• Direct and immediate connect and strong relationship with farmers, social actions.

Our Locust Bean Gum (LBG)

Specifications

Physical & Chemical Properties
Viscosity2000 - 3000 cps (*)
Granulometry150 Mesh (*)
HumidityMax 13%
AshMax 1%
ProteinMax 7%
FatsMax 1%
pH5-7
GalactomannanMin 75%
StarchNegative
EthanolNegative
Microbiology
Total plate countMax 1000
Yeast & mouldMax 300
ColiformsNegative
SalmonellaNegative
Heavy Metal
ArsenicMax 3 ppm
LeadMax 2 ppm
Heavy metalsMax 20 ppm
MercuryMax 1 ppm
CadmiumMax 1 ppm

Sensorial aspects : appears as off-White with almost no odor, no off-flavour.

Packaging (*) : Alimentary Poly-lined bags of 25kg ( 55.1 Lbs)

(*) we can also respond to parcular needs of our customers, arbitrang on viscosity, appearance, mesh size, and economics.

Need samples? Have questions?

Interested in our product? Whether you need samples or have questions, we’re here to help! Contact us to explore how we can meet your needs.