E416 - Karaya gum

Group: Emulsifiers & Stabilisers

Description: derived from the tree Sterculia urens; often used in conjunction with Carob (E 410), in ice cream, custard and sweets, as a filler for its capability to multiply its volume by 100 times with the addition of water; possible allergen

Animal Origin: No

Warnings: Possible allergen

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