Alland & Robert has launched Syndeo Gelling, a texture agent composed of gum acacia and 100% plant-based hydrocolloids. It can be used in vegetarian or vegan food products. It is intended to be used by confectionery manufacturers looking for gelatin substitutes. It doesn’t alter the sensory traits of jelly sweets...
Austin, TX—Nexira has adopted acacia gum (also called gum arabic) through the American Botanical Council’s (ABC) Adopt-an-Herb botanical research and education program. “Nexira is continuously working to raise awareness around acacia fiber prebiotic health benefits,” said Mathieu Dondain, Nexira Vice President, in a press release. “Adopting the Acacia Gum record on ABC’s...
Silver Spring, MD—FDA has granted a citizen petition on acacia (also known as gum acacia, or gum Arabic), and has proposed that acacia be included as part of FDA’s definition of dietary fiber. The citizen petition in question was submitted by Nexira, Alland & Robert, and Importers Service Corporation. Dietary...
Paris, France—Acacia gum can play a role in formulating sugar-reduced and sugar-free food and beverages, according to formulation research from Alland & Robert. The company found that acacia gum can help compensate for the loss of volume, texture, and mouthfeel induced by the reduction of sugar content. In a press...
Paris, France—Acacia gum producer Alland & Robert and the company’s U.S. distributor Farbest Brands are going on a roadshow in four American cities in order to highlight new formulation advances in acacia gum and stevia, according to a press release. The roadshow will consist of presentations by Alland & Robert...
