Tara Gum
Tara gum is extracted from the seeds of the Tara tree. It is extracted by harvesting the pods and extracting the seeds, which are then cleaned and ground into a fine powder. This powder is mixed with water to extract the gum, which consists mainly of galactomannans that dissolve to form a viscous solution. The solution is filtered to remove impurities and then concentrated, usually through evaporation, to increase the gum’s viscosity.
Food Industry
Thickening Agent:
Used in sauces, dressings, soups, and beverages to enhance viscosity and texture.
Gelling Agent:
Helps create gels in products like jams, jellies, and confectionery.
Gluten-Free Products:
Improves texture and consistency in gluten-free baked goods, such as breads and cakes.
Meat Products:
Enhances the texture and taste with its water binding abilities, resulting to a juicier flavour explosive meat products
Dairy Products:
Stabilizes emulsions and prevents ice crystal formation in ice cream and frozen desserts.
Pharma & Cosmetic Industry
Thickener:
Used in lotions, creams, and shampoos to improve texture and consistency.
Stabilizer:
Prevents separation of ingredients in emulsions like sunscreens, body lotions, and moisturizers.
Suspending Agent:
Used in liquid medications to keep active ingredients evenly distributed
Tablet Binder:
Functions as a binder in tablet formulations, improving cohesion and tablet integrity.
Emulsifier:
Helps blend oil and water-based ingredients in personal care products