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E 423Thickeners, Stabilisers & Emulsifiers

Octenyl succinic acid modified gum arabic

Characteristics

Additive NameOctenyl succinic acid modified gum arabic
E No.E 423
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A modified form of gum arabic — a natural resin from acacia trees — chemically treated with octenyl succinic anhydride to improve its ability to stabilise oil-in-water emulsions. Used mainly as an emulsifier and stabiliser in sauces, flavoured drinks, and edible coatings. Generally considered safe by EFSA and FDA. The modification makes it more effective than plain gum arabic for keeping fats and water blended together. Well tolerated by most people, though very high intakes may cause mild digestive discomfort, as with most soluble fibres.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 3 food categories:

12.6Sauces
Maximum Level = 10000 mg/kg
5.4Decorations, coatings and fillings, except fruit-based fillings covered by category 4.2.4
Maximum Level = 10000 mg/kg
only icings
14.1.4Flavoured_drinks
Maximum Level = 1000 mg/L
only in energy drinks and in drinks containing fruit juice

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E 423 - Octenyl succinic acid modified gum arabic | E-Number Information