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Astragalus Gummifer Root Extract
Astragalus Gummifer Root Extract
Low concern
Tragacanth gum (E413), derived from Astragalus species, is a permitted food additive.
Found in
1 products
What it is
Extract from the root of Astragalus gummifer, a source of tragacanth gum.
Used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier (when processed into tragacanth gum) in foods and cosmetics.
Why it's flagged
- rare allergic reactions
What regulators actually say
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Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS (tragacanth gum)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as E413 (tragacanth gum)
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