Comparing E414 - Acacia gum vs E1452 - Starch aluminium octenyl succinate

Overview

E414 - Acacia gum

E414, also called acacia gum or gum arabic, is a natural gum tapped from acacia trees. It helps keep flavor oils mixed in drinks, smooths candy coatings, and adds body as a stabilizer and thickener. It is widely used in both the U.S. and the EU and is considered safe when used as intended. [^2][^3]

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E1452 - Starch aluminium octenyl succinate

Starch aluminium octenyl succinate (E1452) is a modified starch used to help oil and water stay mixed, keep drinks uniform, and protect delicate flavors. It appears in small amounts, mainly in beverage emulsions and spray‑dried flavor powders, where it adds stability without changing taste.

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Synonyms
E414
Acacia gum
gum arabic
gum acacia
arabic gum
Gum arabic
E-414
E 414
INS414
INS 414
E1452
Starch aluminium octenyl succinate
Functions
carrieremulsifierstabilizerthickener
emulsifierstabilizerthickener
Origins
Plant
Plant
Synthetic
Products

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Popular questions

  1. Is gum arabic bad for you?

    No—gum arabic (E414) is considered safe at permitted levels; it is GRAS in the U.S. and EFSA found no safety concern at current uses. Large amounts may cause gas or bloating, and allergic reactions are rare.

  2. Is acacia gum bad for you?

    No—acacia gum (gum arabic, E414) is generally safe; JECFA set an ADI 'not specified,' indicating very low toxicity. Excessive intake can cause mild digestive discomfort.

  3. Is gum arabic vegan?

    Yes—it's a plant-derived sap from acacia trees with no animal-derived ingredients, so it is considered vegan.

  4. Is gum arabic gluten free?

    Yes—it's naturally gluten-free; pure gum arabic contains no wheat, barley, or rye, though manufacturing cross-contamination is possible.

  5. What is gum arabic used for?

    It functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, thickener, and carrier—commonly used in soft-drink flavor emulsions, confectionery (gummies, glazes), bakery icings, and for encapsulating flavors.

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