Gum Arabic grade 3 pieces are exudates from the stem and branches of some Acacia trees and combretum. It has a glassy appearance and color that ranges from golden yellow to dark brown. It is less soluble in water compared to Acacia gum.and higher viscosity when dissolved.

It has a characteristic slight honey aroma of gum arabic and the gum is very hard to break.

Scientific Name: Acacia spps and Combretum. 

Treatment: Sun dried and cleaned to remove impurities

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL ANALYSIS

 

 

Parameter

Specifications

Method of Analysis

1

Moisture

15% Max

ISO712:2009

2

Total Ash

5% Max

ISO928:1997

3

Ph

4.0-4.8

pH Meter

25% Conc@200C

Polarimeter

4

Viscosity

40 -300Cps

ISO712:2009

5

Optical Rotation

Laevorotatory

ISO928:1997

6

Impurities

5% Max

        Gravimetric

Packing: Packed in 50kg Polypropylene woven sacks.

 Storage Recommendations: Product should be stored in cool and dry place at ambient temperature and humidity not exceeding 60%

All information and data are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without liability on the part of Passron Enterprises Limited.