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~What is Gellan Gum

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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

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.

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.

It is derived from Sphingomonas elodea, a bacteria that grows on an aquatic plant. 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.

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