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# \~What is Gellan Gum

[E418](https://www.cinogel.com/p/is-e418-halal.html) Gellan gum is a multi-functional gelling agent that can produce a wide variety of interesting textures.

> CAS:71010-52-1 EC:275-117-5 HS:3913900090

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It is extremely effective at low use levels and is available in two forms.\
 

> ·High Acyl Gellan Gum forms soft,very elastic gels;·Low Acyl Gellan Gum forms firm,brittle gels.

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Gellan gum (or E418) is a versatile gelling agent that can produce a wide variety of textures varying from firm, brittle gels that crumble in the mouth, to fluid or elastic gels (depending on conditions & type used). Itcan also be used as a thickening, stabilising and suspending agent. It sets exceptionally fast at ambient temperatures and enables outstanding flavour release.Plus it is a vegetarian food gum be used as a plant-based alternative instead of gelatin,gellan gum have been approved by USDA for use in organic foods.Non-GMO,vegan friendly,allergen-free and gluten-free.\
 

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It is derived from Sphingomonas elodea, a bacteria that grows on an aquatic plant.\
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It forms gels when combined with foods rich in calcium, magnesium or potassium (high positive ion content). Calcium rich dairy products, calcium chloride etc may also be needed to aid setting.