Safety Facts and Side Effects About Xanthan Gum
Xanthan Gum, CAS# 11138-66-2, is a polysaccharide manufactured through fermentation, available as cream white powder. Xanthan Gum is widely used as thickeners as small quantity of xanthan gum could increase viscosity of liquid significantly. It is widely accepted as safe food additive in many countries with E number E415.
Is there some safety and/or health risk about Xanthan Gum that consumers need to know? Let's check out some basic facts about this ingredient.
GRAS Exemptions: Yes
Generally recognized as safe(GRAS) is a FDA designation that a specific substance or ingredient is generally considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Xanthan Gum is perfectly safe for using as food additives.
Suggested Dosage
As Xanthan Gum is widely known as safe, there is no limit on dosage of intake. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Xanthan Gum for long period.
Special Groups Precaution
Special groups refer to newborns, children, pregnant and any other applicable vulnerable groups.
There is no evidence that Xanthan Gum could have any negative effects on these vulnerable groups. It should be safe to use Xanthan Gum in food for newborns and pregnant. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Xanthan Gum for long period in food for newborns or pregnant.
General Side Effects
Xanthan gum can cause intestinal gas (flatulence), bloating and laxness when used in large amount.
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