E415 - Xantangummi

Funksjoner: Emulgeringsmiddel, Stabilisator, Fortykningsmiddel

Xanthan gum -- is a polysaccharide with many industrial uses, including as a common food additive. It is an effective thickening agent and stabilizer to prevent ingredients from separating. It can be produced from simple sugars using a fermentation process, and derives its name from the species of bacteria used, Xanthomonas campestris. - Wikipedia

EFSA-evaluering: Re‐evaluation of xanthan gum -E 415- as a food additive (2017/07/14)