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GUM ACACIANATURAL PRODUCTS WORLDWIDE
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What makes Agrigum different?
Individual needs call for intelligent solutionsThe company formulates its Agri Range of Gum Acacia products specifically to meet the requirements of end users, and can develop custom products for contracted volumes.
Research and DevelopmentWhilst the process control and quality control laboratories maintain the highest standards of gum production, the company’s research and development laboratory provides:
• Technical support services
• Development of custom products specific to customers’ requirements
• Continuous process and product improvement.
A worldwide presenceAgrigum is one of the world’s major processors of Gum Acacia. It is a fully integrated natural gums company, with buying organizations ineach of the major Gum Acacia producing countries in Africa to provide unparalleled sourcing and buying strengths, whilst assuring the highest quality and guaranteed supply of its raw materials at all times.
Factories in Africa and EuropeAgrigum has long and established arrangements with factories in Africa and Europe. Agrigum maintains full control over all stages in the production of its comprehensive Agri Range. A comprehensive range of servicesThe company has the scale of operations to supply the highest quality products with complete reliability to service global contracts for the most sophisticated of food, flavour and beverage, confectionery, pharmaceutical, printing and industrial applications.
A variety of applications
Although Gum Acacia is Agrigum’s principle product with the widest applications, the company also processes and markets a range of other natural gums, including:
• Guar
• Tragacanth
The company is well placed to provide the most suitable gum to any given application.
The Agrigum Commitment
Agrigum assures all its customers of its firm commitment towards:
• Providing the highest quality of service at all times.
• Ensuring that the appropriate quality products are provided for specific applications.
• Guaranteeing a stable and continuous supply (supported by our long association with primary producers).
• Guaranteeing a customer focused approach.
• In-house scientists promote the latest developments in formulations and look after specific customer requirements.
• Providing ‘hands-on’ approach to customer care.
Agrigum is a major processor of Gum Acacia (Arabic) producing the comprehensive Agri Range of Gum Acacia products, other hydrocolloids and associated blends to specific client requirements.
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A Complete ServiceAgrigum is a fully integrated Gum Acacia and natural gums company with long
established roots in the producing countries, therefore ensuring the continuity
and quality of gum supply. It has available large scale and efficient processing
plants for its Agri Range, which together with the company’s attention to excellent
product quality and customer service provide an unbeatable gum package to our
customers.
Adapting to changeManaging change is the important thing. Agrigum’s history in Gum Acacia trading can be traced back for over a century. We have built on this heritage to become a major processor and global supplier.
In addition to our own research and development programmes, the com-pany maintains close contact with the academic institutions specialising in gum technology.
Talk to us and find out how we can make a difference: info@agrigum.com
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Consistency in a changing world
Official Definitions
Gum Acacia, also known as Gum Arabic, is a natural gum harvested from the exterior of Acacia trees in the form of dry, hard nodules about 10-50mm in diameter, and ranging from almost colourless to brown. Its unique properties endow it with a wide range of uses in food, beverage, confectionery, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and industrial applications. The major source of Gum Acacia is the Sudan. Other important sources are Chad, Senegal and Nigeria.
Gum Arabic (INS No. 414) defined by FAO/WHO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) in FNP 52 Add 7 (1999) as: Gum Arabic is a dried exudate obtained from the stems and branches of Acacia senegal (L.) Willdenow or Acacia seyal (fam. Leguminosae). Gum Arabic consists mainly of high-molecular weight polysaccharides and their calcium, magnesium and potassium salts, which on hydrolysis yield arabinose, galactose, rhamnose and glucuronic acid. Items of commerce may contain extraneous materials such as sand and pieces of bark, which must be removed before use in food.
Acacia Gum defined by the European Pharmacopoeia 6.3 as: Acacia is the air-hardened, gummy exudate flowing naturally from or obtained by incision of the trunk and branches of Acacia senegal L. Willdenow, other species of Acacia of African origin and Acacia seyal Del.
United States Pharmacopoeia Official Monograph for NF26 (USP 31) for Acacia: Acacia is the dried gummy exudate from the stems and branches of Acacia senegal (Linné) Willdenow or of other related African species of Acacia (Fam. Leguminosae).
Japan Official monograph for part II / Powdered Acacia (JP XIV): Acacia is the secretions obtained from the stems and branches of Acacia senegal Willdenow or other species of the same genus (Leguminosae).
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Flavour and Beverage
Application Product Level of Use Function Benefit
Essential Oil EmulsionsCarbonated and Non-CarbonatedSoft Drinks
Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia R
10-25% Preparation and stabilisation ofoil-in-water emulsions
Improved emulsion
EncapsulationFlavours in powder and liquid form
Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia DB SFAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
15-25% Encapsulation of essential oils Increased stability of the flavour
Instant BeveragesPowder form
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia DB SFAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
15-25% Encapsulation of flavours and juices Good stability
Flavoured Beveragewith added pulp
Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia R Agri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
5-10% Suspension of pulpProvides fibre
Good long term stability
Wine Fining and Stabilisation(Oenology)
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia FibreAgri-KibbledAgri-Lump AcaciaAgri-Talha
0.025-0.050% ClarificationTannin fixation
Improved clarity and improved colour
Beer Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
0.010-0.025% ClarificationFoam stabilisation
Improved clarityImproved foam stability
The major property utilised is the natural ability of Gum
Acacia to produce and stabilise emulsions. This functionality
arises from the high molecular weight Arabinogalactan-
Protein complex (AGP) which is an inherent part of the
selected Acacia. Our research enables us to identify the best
Acacia for this function.
Gum Acacia, arising from its compact structure, is also
excellent for encapsulation of flavours as it emulsifies, has low
viscosity, bland flavour and protects against flavour oxidation.
The excellent solubility in aqueous solution, low viscosity,
bland taste, neutral odour, fibre source and low calorie of
Gum Acacia has lent itself to many nutritional application.
Our designed fibre source product Agri-Spray Acacia Fibre
affords all the benefits associated with soluble fibre without
adverse effects to the textural properties of food products
and beverages.
Gum Acacia is used extensively in the flavour and beverage industry, where its natural properties are fully utilised.
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Application Product Level of Use Function Benefit
Oil/Water Emulsion Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia R
10-25% Stabilisation of oil-in-water emulsion Improved emulsion
Diabetic Sugarless Confectionery Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia G Agri-KibbledAgri-Lump AcaciaAgri-Powder Acacia 1AS
30-50% Main IngredientNon-caloricFibre source
Good textureLow calorie
Medicated Cough Drops Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia G Agri-KibbledAgri-Lump AcaciaAgri-Powder Acacia 1AS
30-50% Main IngredientPrevention of sugar crystallisation
Good texture
Compressed Tablets Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGH
1-2% ExcipientBinder/Adhesive
Improved end-product
Syrups Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Powder Acacia 1AS
10-25% Suspending agentDemulcent
Stable end-product
EncapsulationOil-soluble vitamins in powder form
Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia DB SF
15-25% Encapsulation of oil-soluble vitaminsIncrease resistance to oxidation
Increased resistance to oxidation
Coating of Pills Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
20-45%(Solution concentration)
CoatingGlazingAdhesive Film forming
Improved coat
Fibre SourceSlimming products
Agri-Spray Acacia Fibre 10-45% Fibre source Low calorie fibre
Lotions and Protective Creams Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGH
5-15% StabiliserViscosity agentFilm formerEmulsification
Increased viscosityImproved spreadability
Face Powder Cakes Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGH
1-4% Binding agent Improved stability of end-product
The usage of Gum Acacia in pharmaceutical applications is
based on its natural properties of emulsification, stabilisation,
demulcent action, adhesiveness and binding action.
Gum Acacia is a 100% water-soluble non-starch
polysaccharide (NSP) which is resistant to hydrolysis by the
digestive enzymes of humans so delivers in excess of 85%
total dietary fibre. Foods containing the requisite amounts
specified in the pending EC Health Claims legislation can be
labelled “contains a source of fibre”. Gum Acacia is
approved for use in food (E414) with non-specified
Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical
Accepted Daily Intake (ADI) by EC. Our designed fibre
source product Agri-Spray Acacia Fibre affords all the
benefits associated with soluble fibre without adverse
effects to the textural properties of functional foods.
Recent research studies have shown the health benefit
effect of Gum Acacia supplement on chronic renal failure
patients. The preliminary research results suggest that, this
fibre source supplement has increased faecal nitrogen
excretion and lower serum urea nitrogen concentration in
patients with chronic renal failure.
Gum Acacia has been used in pharmaceutical applications for many years and it is specified in National, European and USA Pharmacopoeias.
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Confectionery
Application Product Level of Use Function Benefit
High Sugar Confectionery(Gum Drops, Pastilles,Candies)
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia G Agri-KibbledAgri-Lump AcaciaAgri-Powder Acacia 1AS
10-45% Prevention of sugar crystallisationMain binding ingredientProvides fibre
Good texture
Reduced Sugar and No-Sugar Confectionery
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia G Agri-KibbledAgri-Lump AcaciaAgri-Powder Acacia 1AS
30-50% Main binding ingredientProvides fibre
Good texture
Compressed Sugar Confectionery(Tablets, Lozenges, Extruded Paste)
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGH
0.5-1.5% Binder Improved shape retention
Caramels - Toffees Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia R
4-8% Improves chewinessFat distribution
Improved textureIncreased resistance to oxidation
Coated ProductsDrageesChewing GumChocolate Centres Nut CentresCoated AlmondsPeanuts
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia R Agri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
20-45%(Solution Concentration)
CoatingGlazingAdhesiveEngrossingFilm formingIntegration of oil-water interface
Improved glazeHarder coat
Chewing Gum Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
3-5% Softening of the chewRetention of waterRetention of flavour
Improved texture and body
SnacksDry Roasted NutsSpicy Nuts
Agri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia Fibre
20-25%(Solution Concentration)
AdhesiveGlazing
Improved flavour adhesionand texture
Bakery Glazing Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGH
2-5% Film formimgAdhesiveEmulsification
Improved glaze
The usage is again based on the natural properties of Gum
Acacia such as viscosity, emulsification ability, adhesion,
film-forming, pH stability and excellent compatibility with
other gums and starches.
These natural properties are utilised to ensure that the
finished products have the correct texture, adhesion, and
coating and controlled flavour release and sugar crystal-
lisation.
Gum Acacia is used extensively in the production of confectionery products.
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Industrial / Non-FoodGum Acacia is used extensively in industrial / non-food applications.
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Application Product Level of Use Function Benefit
LithographyOffset PlatesEtching SolutionsFountain SolutionsSensitized PlatesLacquer development
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia GMHAgri-KibbledAgri-Talha
20-35% Film formingSensitiser
Increased wettability and viscosity control
AdhesiveLiquid GlueStamping PaperEnvelopes
Agri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia GMHAgri-Talha
25-35% Adhesion Transparent film
Inks Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia GMHAgri-KibbledAgri-Lump AcaciaAgri-Talha
2-15% Suspending agentEmulsifier
Continuous phase
Water Paints and PastelsPaint Cakes
Agri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Lump AcaciaAgri-KibbledAgri-Powder Acacia 1AS
20-30% Binder Continuous phaseImproved appearanceRetention of shape
Ceramics and Porcelain Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia GMH
1-5% Glaze binder Improved binding
Foundry Moulds Agri-Spray Acacia GMHAgri-Powder Acacia 1AS
0.5-1% Water absorptionBinder
Improved binding
NCR Paper Agri-Spray Acacia REAgri-Rapid Acacia REAgri-Spray Acacia RAgri-Rapid Acacia RAgri-Spray Acacia MGHAgri-Rapid Acacia MGHAgri-Spray Acacia GMH
20-25% Encapsulation Continuous phaseImproved stability
Fireworks, Explosivesand Cartridge Powder
Agri-Powder Acacia 1ASAgri-Spray Acacia GMH
1-5% Binder Adhesive
Improved retention timeControlled release
Pesticide and Insecticide Sprays Agri-Spray Acacia GMH 15-40% Suspending agent Improved spray
Concrete Agri-Kibbled 1-1.5% Plasticiser Increased hardening times
Detergent Agri-Kibbled 1% Surface-active additive for removing oil
Continuous phase
The equivalent properties that are used in food and
pharmaceutical applications, offer extensive new
applications. These properties of emulsification, stabilisation,
encapsulation, adhesion and binding action ensure wide
usage of Gum Acacia.
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Agri-Spray Acacia RE Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum after further cleaning and grading.
Processed by water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning and spray drying. Used for
high quality emulsion preparation.
Agri-Rapid Acacia RE Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum after further cleaning and grading. Processed by
water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning, spray drying and agglomeration. Agri-Rapid
Acacia RE (Emulsifier) is a dust-free powder that hydrates rapidly without lumping. Used
for high quality emulsion preparation.
Agri-Spray Acacia R Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum. Processed by water dissolution
followed by ultra-cleaning and spray drying. All purpose material for all
applications especially for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries.
Agri-Rapid Acacia R Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum. Processed by water dissolution
followed by ultra-cleaning, spray drying and agglomeration. Agri-Rapid Acacia R is a
dust -free powder that hydrates rapidly without lumping. All purpose material for
all applications especially for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries.
Agri-Spray Acacia MGH Produced from sourced Acacias. Processed by water dissolution followed by
ultra-cleaning and spray drying. Used for pharmaceutical, coating and glazing
applications.
Agri-Rapid Acacia MGH Produced from sourced Acacias. Processed by water dissolution followed by
ultra-cleaning, spray drying and agglomeration. Agri-Rapid Acacia MGH is a
dust-free powder that hydrates rapidly without lumping. Used for
pharmaceutical, coating and glazing applications.
Agri-Spray Acacia G Produced from Acacia gum dust. Processed by water dissolution followed by
ultra-cleaning and spray drying. Used in liquorice confectionery.
Agri-Spray Acacia GMH Produced from Acacia gum. Processed by water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning
and spray drying. Widely used in industrial/non-food applications.
Agri-Spray Acacia Fibre Produced from Acacia gum. Processed by water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning
and spray drying. Agri-Spray Acacia Fibre is designed as a convenient means of adding
soluble fibre to beverages and food products.
Agri-Lump Acacia The all-purpose Acacia senegal. Can be used wherever Gum Acacia is required.
Agri-Talha Acacia seyal gum. Mainly used in wine fining and lithography.
Agri-Kibbled Pre-cleaned Acacia senegal gum followed by hammering and screening. Can be
produced to a particular size requirement. Improves dissolving times compared to lump.
Agri-Powder Acacia 1AS Mechanical powder produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum. High quality powder
meeting all pharmaceutical requirements. All purpose material.
G l o s s a r y o f G u m s
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Agri-Spray Acacia RE Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum after further cleaning and grading.
Processed by water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning and spray drying. Used for
high quality emulsion preparation.
Agri-Rapid Acacia RE Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum after further cleaning and grading. Processed by
water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning, spray drying and agglomeration. Agri-Rapid Acacia
RE (Emulsifier) is a dust-free powder that hydrates rapidly without lumping. Used for high
quality emulsion preparation.
Agri-Spray Acacia R Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum. Processed by water dissolution
followed by ultra-cleaning and spray drying. All purpose material for all applications
especially for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries.
Agri-Rapid Acacia R Produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum. Processed by water dissolution
followed by ultra-cleaning, spray drying and agglomeration. Agri-Rapid Acacia R is a
dust -free powder that hydrates rapidly without lumping. All purpose material for
all applications especially for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries.
Agri-Spray Acacia MGH Produced from sourced Acacias. Processed by water dissolution followed by
ultra-cleaning and spray drying. Used for pharmaceutical, coating and glazing
applications.
Agri-Rapid Acacia MGH Produced from sourced Acacias. Processed by water dissolution followed by
ultra-cleaning, spray drying and agglomeration. Agri-Rapid Acacia MGH is a
dust-free powder that hydrates rapidly without lumping. Used for
pharmaceutical, coating and glazing applications.
Agri-Spray Acacia DB SF Produced from sourced Acacias. Processed by water dissolution followed by
ultra-cleaning and spray drying. Used for encapsulation, coating, glazing and
pharmaceutical applications.
Agri-Spray Acacia GMH Produced from Acacia gum. Processed by water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning
and spray drying. Used for coating and industrial applications.
Agri-Spray Acacia Fibre Produced from Acacia gum. Processed by water dissolution followed by ultra-cleaning
and spray drying. Agri-Spray Acacia Fibre is designed as a convenient means of adding
soluble fibre to beverages and food products.
Agri-Spray Acacia G Produced from Acacia gum dust. Processed by water dissolution followed by
ultra-cleaning and spray drying. Used in liquorice confectionery.
Agri-Powder Acacia 1AS Mechanical powder produced from cleaned Acacia senegal gum. High quality powder
meeting all pharmaceutical requirements. All purpose material.
Agri-Kibbled Pre-cleaned Acacia senegal gum followed by hammering and screening. Can be
produced to a particular size requirement. Improves dissolving times compared to lump.
Agri-Lump Acacia HPS Hand Picked Selected Acacia senegal Lumps. Used for high quality emulsions
preparation and whenever Gum Acacia is required.
Agri-Lump Acacia The all-purpose Acacia senegal. Can be used wherever Gum Acacia is required.
Agri-Talha Acacia seyal gum. Mainly used in wine fining and lithography.
ISO 9001:2008Certi�cate No. 1300
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