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Gum Arabic Resin 250 g

Gum Arabic Resin 250 g

Dhs. 75.00 AED
Dhs. 75.00 AED
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Gum arabic resin is a natural, hardened sap collected from the stems and branches of African acacia trees, primarily Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal. It appears as pale, brittle amber-colored nodules or crystals that dissolve easily in water to form a clear solution. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
Physical and Chemical Traits
  • Composition: A complex mix of sugars and soluble proteins (polysaccharides and glycoproteins).
  • Appearance: Hard, glassy, yellowish-white teardrops or irregular chunks.
  • Taste and Odor: Bland taste with virtually no odor when dry.
  • Solubility: Dissolves completely in hot or cold water; insoluble in oils and alcohol. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
    • Common Uses
  • Food Industry: Acts as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and thickener in soft drinks, icings, and candies.
  • Arts and Crafts: Serves as a binder for watercolor paints and traditional lithography.
  • Incense and Rituals: Burned on charcoal disks to release a light, pleasant, and cleansing fragrance. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
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