Specification |
Details |
Common Name |
Arabic Gum, Acacia Gum |
Scientific Name |
Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal |
Appearance |
Pale yellow to amber-colored gum |
Form |
Solid resin, granular or powder form |
Odor |
Mild, faint, slightly sweet odor |
Taste |
Slightly bitter, neutral |
Solubility |
Soluble in water |
Chemical Composition |
Primarily composed of polysaccharides and glycoproteins |
Viscosity |
High viscosity when dissolved in water |
Density |
Approximately 1.3-1.4 g/cm³ |
Melting Point |
Decomposes rather than melts; around 250°C |
pH |
Neutral to slightly acidic (pH 4.5-6) |
Water Content |
5-10% (varies with the form and purity) |