Locust bean gum (LBG, also known as carob gum, carob bean gum, carobin, E410) is a galactomannan vegetable gum extracted from the seeds of the carob tree, mostly found in the Mediterranean region. The long pods that grow on the tree are used to make this gum. The pods are kibbled to separate the seed from the pulp. The seeds have their skins removed by an acid treatment. The deskinned seed is then split and gently milled. This causes the brittle germ to break up while not affecting the more robust endosperm. The two are separated by sieving. The separated endosperm can then be milled by a roller operation to produce the final locust bean gum powder.Locust bean gum occurs as a white to yellow-white powder. It consists chiefly of high-molecular-weight hydrocolloidal polysaccharides, composed of galactose and mannose units combined through glycosidic linkages, which may be described chemically as galactomannan. It is dispersible in either hot or cold water, forming a sol having a pH between 5.4 and 7.0, which may be converted to a gel by the addition of small amounts of sodium borate.LBG is used as a thickening agent and gelling agent in food technology.The bean, when made into powder, is sweet—with a flavor similar to chocolate—and is used to sweeten foods and as a chocolate substitute, although this carob powder is produced from the fruit pod after removal of seeds, while the gum is produced from the seeds themselves.It is also used in pet foods and inedible products such as mining products, paper making, and to thicken textiles. It is used in cosmetics and to enhance the flavor of cigarettes. Shoe polish and insecticides also have locust bean gum powder as an additive. It is soluble in hot water.
| ITEM | STANDARD |
| Appearance | White to yellow-white, nearly odorless powder |
| Particle Size | 95% Pass 100 mesh |
| Galactomannans | >= 75% |
| Viscosity (1%, 25℃, mPa.s) | >= 2500 |
| PH | 5.4- 7.0 |
| Moisture | 14% Max |
| Acid-Insoluble Matter | 4% Max |
| Protein | 7.0% Max |
| Ash | 1.2% Max |
| Starch | Negative |
| Arsenic (as As) | 3 mg/ kg Max |
| Lead | 5 mg/ kg Max |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 10 mg/kg Max |
| E.Coli/ 5g | Negative |
| Salmonella/ 25g | Negative |
| Mould & Yeast | =< 500 cfu/ g |
| Total Plate Count | =< 5000 cfu/ g |
1, What kinds of certificates can you offer?
Chems is an ISO2008 9001 certified company, as for Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG), we can offer HAPPC, KOSHER, HALAL Certificates, ect.
2, Is Chems a manufacturer or just a trading company?
Chems is both manufacturer and trading company, we are Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG) distributor, at the same time, we are manufacturer of other products.
3, What is the Min Order Quantity of Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG)?
Different products have different MOQ, for Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG), the MOQ is 500kg.
4, What is the price of Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG)?
Chems is a famous supplier and manufacturer of Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG) in China, and has been corporate with many Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG) suppliers for several years, we can provide you with cost-effective Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG).
5, How long shall we wait for your reply?
We can guarantee to reply your inquiries of Locust Bean Gum/ Carob Gum (LBG) in less than 24 hours in working days.
6, What kinds of transportation types can you provide?
Our main transportation methods include air transportation, land transportation and water transportation.
7, What kinds of payment terms can you accept?
The most commonly used payment terms are T/T, L/C, D/P, D/A, etc.
8, How long will I receive my good?
Chems has its own EDC warehouse in Shanghai, when your purchase order has been confirmed, inventory products will deliver within 1 week, other products delivery in 2 weeks.