Comparing E412 - Guar gum vs E999 - Quillaia extract

Synonyms
E412
Guar gum
Gum cyamopsis
guar flour
E999
Quillaia extract
Soapbark extract
Quillay bark extract
Panama bark extract
Quillai extract
Murillo bark extract
Quillaia
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Popular questions
  1. Is guar gum bad for you?

    No—E412 (guar gum) is generally recognized as safe at typical food levels. As a soluble fiber it can cause gas or loose stools in some people, and concentrated tablets or dry powder taken without enough liquid have been linked to blockage risks.

  2. What is guar gum made from?

    It’s a galactomannan polysaccharide made from the endosperm of guar beans (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba), processed into an off‑white powder.

  3. Is guar gum bad for cats?

    It’s generally considered safe at the small amounts used as a thickener in many canned cat foods. Some cats may get soft stools or gas, especially if sensitive, so monitor tolerance and consult a vet if issues arise.

  4. Can dogs have guar gum?

    Yes—at the low levels used in commercial dog foods it’s considered safe. Too much may cause gas or diarrhea, so introduce new foods gradually and watch your dog’s tolerance.

  5. Is guar gum bad for dogs?

    Not at typical food levels; it’s widely used as a safe thickener in dog foods. Large amounts may upset the stomach (gas, loose stools).

  1. What is e999 kindle error?

    E999 is quillaia extract, a saponin-rich soapbark extract used as a foaming/emulsifying agent in foods and drinks. Any “Kindle error” reference to E999 is unrelated to this food additive.

  2. What is quillaia extract in root beer?

    In root beer, quillaia extract is a natural foaming agent that creates and stabilizes the creamy head and can help disperse flavor oils.

  3. What is quillaia extract made from?

    It’s made from the inner bark and small branches of the soapbark tree (Quillaja saponaria), rich in saponins along with tannins and other polyphenols.

  4. Why is quillaia extract in root beer?

    It’s added to provide foam and improve emulsification, helping keep flavor oils evenly dispersed.

  5. An e-code from category e990 – e999 would be reported in which of the following circumstances?

    When a product contains one of these ‘miscellaneous’ additives and must list it on the ingredient label; for example, E999 appears on permitted soft drinks or desserts where it’s used as a foaming/humectant agent.