Konjac Gum
Konjac Gum is a kind of pure natural hydrocolloids, it is refined Konjac Gum powder processed by alcohol precipitation.it is widely used as a food and food additive.
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CAS No.: 37220-17-0
E No. E425/E425i
Type: Thickeners
Specification Available: Food Grade
Product Overview of Konjac Gum
Konjac Gum, also known as Konjac Glucomannan, is a natural water-soluble dietary fiber derived from the root of the konjac plant (scientifically known as Amorphophallus konjac). It is widely used in the food industry as a thickening, gelling, and stabilizing agent due to its unique properties.
Konjac Gum is a kind of pure natural hydrocolloids, it is refined Konjac Gum powder processed by alcohol precipitation.
Konjac Gum is main ingredients are Konjac Glucomannan(KGM)with a high purity of more than 85% on a dry basis. White in color, fine in particle size, high viscosity and with no special smell of Konjac, stable when dissolved in the water.
Konjac Gum has the strongest viscosity among the plant-based water – Soluble gelling agent. Fine particle size, fast solubility, high expand capability of 100 times of its weight, stable and nearly odorless.
Product Application of Konjac Gum
Konjac Gum is widely used as a food and food additive
1. Thickening Agent: Used in soups, sauces, and gravies to improve texture.
2. Gelling Agent: Used in vegan gelatin desserts, jelly products, and plant-based alternatives.
3. Stabilizer: Helps maintain consistency in dairy products, ice cream, and beverages.
4. Meat and Seafood Products: Improves water retention and texture in processed meats and seafood.
5. Noodles and Pasta: A key ingredient in konjac noodles (e.g., shirataki noodles), which are low-carb and gluten-free.
6. Dietary Supplements: Used in weight-loss products due to its ability to promote satiety.
Product Advantages of Konjac Gum
Konjac Gum (also known as Konjac Glucomannan) offers several unique advantages as a food additive and functional ingredient. These advantages make it highly valued in the food industry, health products, and other applications. Below are the key product advantages of konjac gum:
1. High Viscosity: Konjac gum can absorb up to 200 times its weight in water, forming a highly viscous gel.
2. Gelling Ability: When combined with alkaline substances (e.g., calcium hydroxide), it forms a heat-stable gel.
3. Low Calorie: It is a low-calorie ingredient, making it popular in weight management and dietary products.
4. Soluble Fiber: It is a type of soluble fiber that can support digestive health and promote a feeling of fullness.
5. Digestive Health: Acts as a prebiotic, supporting gut health and regularity.
6. Weight Management: Promotes a feeling of fullness, reducing calorie intake.
7. Blood Sugar Control: May help stabilize blood sugar levels by slowing carbohydrate absorption.
8. Cholesterol Reduction: Can help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels.
Why Choose Our Konjac Gum?
Chempora Konjac Gum stands out as a premium choice for food manufacturers due to its high quality, reliability, and versatility. Here’s a simple introduction to why Chempora Konjac Gum is the ideal choice:
1. Superior Quality
Chempora Konjac Gum is sourced from high-quality konjac plants and processed using advanced technology to ensure consistent purity and performance.
It meets strict international standards, including FDA, EU, and ISO certifications, guaranteeing safety and reliability.
2. Customized Solutions
Chempora offers tailored solutions to meet specific customer needs, ensuring optimal performance in your products.
3. Competitive Pricing
Despite its premium quality, Chempora Konjac Gum is cost-effective, providing excellent value for money.
4. Reliable Supply Chain
Chempora ensures stable and timely delivery, supported by a robust global supply chain.
Chempora Konjac Gum combines quality, functionality, and health benefits with competitive pricing and reliable service, making it the top choice for your food and industrial applications. If you need more details or samples, feel free to contact us!
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Product Specification of Konjac Gum
| ITEM | STANDARD |
| Appearance | Odorless, white or light yellow fine powder |
| Particle Size | 95% pass 120 mesh |
| Viscosity (1%, 25℃, mPa.s) | As per need (25000~ 36000) |
| Konjac Glucomannan (KGM) | ≥ 90% |
| pH (1%) | 5.0- 7.0 |
| Moisture (%) | ≤ 10 |
| SO2 (g/kg) | ≤ 0.2 |
| Ash (%) | ≤ 3.0 |
| Protein (%, Kjeldahl method) | ≤ 3 |
| Starch (%) | ≤ 3 |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 mg/kg |
| Ether-soluble material (%) | ≤ 0.1 |
| Yeast & Mould (cfu/ g) | ≤ 50 |
| Total Plate Count (cuf/ g) | ≤ 1000 |
| Salmonella spp./ 10g | Negative |
| E.Coli/ 5g | Negative |
Tips for Choosing Konjac Gum Powder
When choosing konjac gum powder, you can refer to the following brief tips:
1. Purity and ingredients: Choose high-purity konjac gum powder to avoid unnecessary additives and preservatives to ensure naturalness and safety.
2. Solubility and stability: Give priority to konjac gum powder with good solubility and stability at different temperatures and pH values to ensure long-lasting product effects.
3. Particle size and fluidity: Konjac gum powder with smaller particles dissolves faster, has good fluidity, and is more convenient to use.
4. Use matching: Select the functions of konjac gum powder according to specific needs, such as thickening, gelling, moisturizing, etc. Different applications (food, cosmetics, medicines, etc.) require different properties.
5. Supplier reputation: Choose suppliers with good reputation to ensure stable product quality and meet relevant certifications and standards.
6. Packaging and storage: Make sure the packaging of konjac gum powder is well sealed and the storage conditions are dry and cool to keep the product stable.
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