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E418
Gellan zamkı
Mikrobiyal fermantasyonla üretilen kıvam artırıcı (bitkisel).
E-number category
Thickener, emulsifier, stabiliser
Source
Plant-derived
Detailed information
- What it is & how it is made
- A microbial polysaccharide produced by fermentation of the bacterium Sphingomonas elodea (formerly Pseudomonas elodea) on a carbohydrate containing medium. After fermentation it is precipitated and dried.
- Where it is used
- Used to keep particles suspended in plant based drinks, to form gels in jellies and desserts, and as a stabiliser in dairy products and glazing gels; it is effective at very low levels.
- Health note
- Evaluations concluded that a numerical acceptable daily intake was not required.
- Halal assessment
- Its production relies on microbial fermentation and the medium is usually based on a plant carbohydrate. Since the nitrogen source in the fermentation medium can vary by producer, consult the manufacturer's halal certificate for a definitive answer.
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