GUM ARABIC

GRADE A 

GRADE B 

GRADE C

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In this time and age, when Gum Arabic demand is increasing, and supplies are dwindling, you can count on Commodity 1 to provide you uninterrupted supply of any grade of the Gum Arabic. We have all three Gum Arabic grades available for your needs. The grading of Gum Arabic is done [ (by the International Gum Arabic Council (IGAC) and the American Gum Arabic Association (AGAA)] based on several factors, including the color, clarity, viscosity, and ash content of the Gum Arabic.

Grade A: A highest quality Gum Arabic. It is clear, colorless, and has a high viscosity (food and pharma)

Grade B: A slightly cloudy and has a lower viscosity (pharma)

Grade C: A cloudy and has a very low viscosity. (Papermaking and adhesives).

Gum Arabic is a natural Gum used in various applications, including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, papermaking, ink, and paint. Gum Arabic is also used in other applications, such as manufacturing adhesives, textiles, and photographic film. We have an uninterrupted supply of Gum Arabic from Nigeria, the world’s 3rd major producer of Gum Arabic. Nigerian Gum Arabic offers several benefits, including High quality, purity, and consistent supply. Nigeria’s annual Gum Arabic production is estimated to be around 100,000 tons.

We invite you to partner with us to import Nigerian Gum Arabic to your markets. We strive to provide you with high-quality Gum Arabic at competitive prices.

The global business outlook for Gum Arabic is positive. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2022 to 2027, reaching a value of $1.2 billion by 2027. The growth of the Gum Arabic market is driven by several factors, including increasing demand from industries related to food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and papermaking. Gum Arabic is used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in various food and beverage products, such as ice cream, candy, and baked goods. The growing demand for processed foods is expected to drive the growth of the Gum Arabic market in the food and beverage industry.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF GUM ARABIC

The quality of Gum Arabic is essential for its performance in different applications. Grade A Gum Arabic is the best choice for applications where clarity and viscosity are crucial, such as soft drinks and candy. Grade B Gum Arabic is a good choice for applications where clarity is not as important, such as pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Grade C Gum Arabic is a good choice for industrial applications, such as papermaking and adhesives.

The chemical composition of Gum Arabic is complex and still not fully understood. However, the knowledge that we do have about its chemical composition helps us to understand its properties and uses. The polysaccharides in Gum Arabic comprise a repeating unit of galactose and arabinose, with a few glucuronic acid and rhamnose molecules attached. The proteins in Gum Arabic are mostly glycoproteins, meaning they comprise a protein molecule attached to a carbohydrate molecule. The minerals in Gum Arabic are present in minimal amounts. The most abundant minerals are calcium, magnesium, and potassium. The quality of Gum Arabic is necessary for its performance in different applications. Grade A Gum Arabic is the best choice for applications where clarity and viscosity are essential, such as soft drinks and candy. Grade B Gum Arabic is a good choice for applications where transparency is not as important, such as pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Grade C Gum Arabic is a good choice for industrial applications, such as papermaking and adhesives.

The chemical composition of Gum Arabic gives it several properties that make it useful in various applications. For example, Gum Arabic is:

• Soluble in water
• Thickening agent
• Emulsifier
• Stabilizer
• Binder
• Adhesive
• Suspending agent
• Film former
• Gloss enhancer
• pH buffer

HEALTH BENEFITS OF GUM ARABIC

Gum Arabic has many health benefits, including:

• Better digestion: Gum Arabic is a soluble fiber that dissolves in water. It makes it a good choice for those who want to improve their digestion. Soluble fiber helps improve the digestive system by adding bulk to the stool and helping it pass more easily through the intestines. It can also help control blood sugar and lower cholesterol levels. 

• Weight loss: Gum Arabic can help in weight loss by filling people. It absorbs water and forms a gel in the stomach. This gel can help speed digestion and make people feel full after a small meal.

• Appetite reduction: Gum Arabic can help reduce appetite by making people feel full. It absorbs water and forms a gel in the stomach. This gel can help speed digestion and make people feel full after a small meal. 

• Better blood sugar control: Gum Arabic can help improve blood sugar control by reducing the absorption of sugar into the blood. It forms a gel in the stomach that slows digestion. 

• Lowering cholesterol levels: Gum Arabic can help lower cholesterol levels by binding to bile acids in the digestive tract. Bile acids are made from cholesterol, so combining them can help reduce the amount of cholesterol that enters the bloodstream.
• Antioxidant activity: Gum Arabic contains antioxidants, which can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage cells and contribute to the development of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease. 
• Anti-inflammatory activity: Gum Arabic has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation in the body. Inflammation is a natural reaction to injury or disease, but it can also be chronic and contribute to developing conditions such as arthritis and heart disease. 

• Improved wound healing: Gum Arabic can help improve wound healing by promoting new tissue growth. It contains polysaccharides that can combine with water and form a gel. This gel can help protect wounds from infection and promote the development of new cells.

• Relieve constipation: Gum Arabic is a soluble fiber that can help relieve constipation. Soluble fiber helps improve the digestive system by adding bulk to the stool and helping it pass more quickly through the intestines.

• Better oral health: Gum Arabic can help improve oral health by preventing plaque buildup. Plaque is a sticky film that can build up on the teeth and Gums. This can cause tooth decay and Gum disease. Gum Arabic can help prevent plaque buildup by binding proteins in water.
• Reducing the risk of kidney stones: Gum Arabic can help reduce the risk of kidney stones by binding to oxalate in the urine. Oxalate is a compound that can form kidney stones. Gum Arabic can help prevent kidney stones by binding to oxalate and preventing it from forming crystals in the urine.

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