E414 is the food additive number for gum arabic, also called acacia gum. It is the dried sap of the acacia tree, and one of the oldest natural ingredients in the food supply. In the UK the Food Standards Agency lists it under its approved name, "Gum arabic (acacia gum)".
What E414 does in food and drink
- Emulsifier. Keeps flavour oils evenly mixed in soft drinks, which is its best known use.
- Stabiliser. Controls texture and stops crystallisation in confectionery and icings.
- Encapsulation. Carries and protects flavours and colours in powders.
- Glazing. Gives a coating and shine on sweets and pastilles.
- Soluble fibre. Acacia gum is a source of soluble dietary fibre, so it is also used as acacia fibre.
Is E414 natural and clean label?
E414 is a single plant ingredient with no chemical processing beyond cleaning and, for powder, milling or spray drying. It is plant based, and suitable for vegan and vegetarian products. See is gum arabic vegan and is gum arabic halal for more.
Sourcing E414 in the UK
We supply E414 gum arabic to UK food and drink businesses in whole, kibbled and milled formats, from 25 kg bags to pallet lots, with a specification sheet and batch documentation. Tell us the format and quantity on our wholesale page and we will come back with pricing and lead time.
Questions about E414?
Message us and we will come back to you, usually within two working days. We supply grade one acacia gum (E414) in the UK, in trade quantities from a single 25 kg bag.
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