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Gum Ghatti

Also known as: E419

Low concern

Gum ghatti has GRAS notification (GRN 320) and is used as an emulsifier. Generally safe at typical use levels.

Found in

99 products

E-number

E419

Type

stabiliser, thickener

What it is

Gum ghatti, a natural polysaccharide gum from Anogeissus latifolia trees.

Emulsifier and thickener.

Why it's flagged

may cause GI effects at very high doses

What regulators actually say

"FDA has no questions regarding the conclusion that gum ghatti is GRAS for use as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and thickening agent in foods."

FDA GRAS Notice 320 — fda.gov

"GRAS Notice Inventory list of substances reviewed by FDA."

FDA - GRAS Notice Inventory — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS notice GRN 320 (no questions, 2010)

European Union — EFSA

Not authorized as a general food additive in EU

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