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E415
Xanthan gum
A polysaccharide produced by bacterial fermentation, used as a thickener and stabilizer.
i Additive Details
| Is E415 Xanthan gum safe?
Generally well-tolerated. Large amounts can cause bloating or laxative effects. A rare risk of severe digestive complications has been documented in newborns, so xanthan gum should not be added to infant feeds.
| Uses
Thickens salad dressings, sauces, ice cream, gluten-free breads and baked goods, and toothpaste. Helps mimic the elastic structure that gluten provides, which is why gluten-free baking relies on it heavily.
| Interactions
Shows synergy with guar gum (E412) and locust bean gum (E410): combinations produce stronger gels than each alone. Stable across a wide range of pH, temperature, and salt conditions.
| Origin
Produced by fermenting carbohydrates (commonly glucose or sucrose) with the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris. The fermentation substrate may derive from corn, wheat, soy, or dairy, which EU rules require to be labelled.
| Daily Intake
JECFA assigned an 'ADI not specified', and EFSA's 2017 re-evaluation maintained this status, meaning use at typical food-additive levels is not a concern.
Information is sourced from public regulatory bodies (EFSA, FDA, WHO) and is for reference only. Always read the package and consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.
Related additives
- E407 Carrageenan A polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed, used to thicken and stabilize.
- E414 Acacia gum (Gum arabic) A soluble fibre made from the hardened sap of Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal trees, used as a thickener, emulsifier and glazing agent.
- E410 Locust bean gum A galactomannan gum milled from the seeds of the carob tree, used to thicken and stabilize.
- E412 Guar gum A galactomannan gum milled from guar beans, a legume, used to thicken and stabilize.
- E440 Pectins A family of plant polysaccharides extracted mainly from citrus peel and apple pomace, used as a gelling agent.
- E466 Carboxymethyl cellulose A chemically modified, water-soluble cellulose used as a thickener, stabilizer and bulking agent, also labelled cellulose gum.
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