Is gomme xanthane. vegan?
Gomme xanthane. is a vegan food ingredient.
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So, what is gomme xanthane.?
Gomme xanthane, also known as xanthan gum, is a polysaccharide commonly used as a food additive to improve the texture, viscosity, and stability of many food products. It is derived from the fermentation of sugar by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris, and has a wide range of applications in food industry. Due to its excellent water-holding capacity and thickening properties, gomme xanthane is commonly found in salad dressings, sauces, bakery products, and even in gluten-free products as a binding agent. It is also used in personal care and pharmaceutical products as a thickener and emulsifier.
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