Gum Arabic

Gum Arabic (Acacia senegal / Acacia seyal) is a natural, water-soluble gum exudate obtained from Acacia trees grown across the Sudan-Sahel belt of Africa. Harvested by tapping living trees in arid savannah regions, Gum Arabic forms into amber-colored nodules that are carefully collected by hand. Long valued as a key ingredient in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries, Gum Arabic is prized for its excellent emulsifying, stabilizing, and film-forming properties. Younis Aroma ensures that all Gum Arabic is wild-harvested, fully traceable, and certified food-grade, meeting international safety standards. By sourcing directly from local farming communities, we support sustainable livelihoods while delivering a reliable, high-quality product to global markets.

Botanical Name:

Acacia senegal / Acacia seyal

Origin:

Sudan & Sahel region of Africa

Harvest Region:

Sudan, Chad, Nigeria, and neighboring countries within the Sahel belt

Collection Method:

Manual tapping of Acacia trees; gum exudate nodules collected by hand and sun-dried

Batch Traceability:

Sensory Profile:

Neutral, slightly sweet; forms a clear, tasteless solution in water; excellent emulsifier with smooth mouthfeel

Technical Specifications:

MOQ:

10 metric tons (FOB Port Sudan or Berbera, Somalia)

Packaging & Shipping:

Lead Time:

4–6 weeks from confirmed purchase order

Pricing:

On request (per kg / per metric ton)

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