Gum Cassia Tora
Introduction
Gum Cassia is obtained from the seeds of Cassia Obtusifolia, a plant of the Leguminous family. The name comes from Latin words “obtus” meaning “blunt” and “folium” meaning “leaf.” It is an annual plant and flowers after the Indian monsoon season.
Properties
Gum Cassia mainly consists of mannose and galactose units. It is a pale yellow powder that is soluble in hot water. It acts as a thickening agent and forms gels with carageenan and xanthan.
Applications
Air Fresheners:
It is used in making air freshener gels.
Pet Food:
It is used as a gelling agent, in place of Locust Bean Gum or Carob Gum, in conjunction with Carrageenan for wet canned pet food.
Food Additive:
It is used as a food additive in Japan.
Grades
Gum Cassia is offered with a low concentration of chrysophanic acid (10 ppm max).
Cassia Tora Specification