Tara Gum - Aglumix® 01

Tara gum performs across a broad spectrum of food systems, delivering consistent texture, stability and mouthfeel

Calleva Ingredients’ hydrocolloid portfolio includes Tara Gum – marketed under the Aglumix® 01 brand – manufactured by one of the global producers of tara gum, JRS Silvateam Ingredients. Through our official partnership, we supply Tara Gum Aglumix® 01 across the UK and Ireland, supported by local technical expertise and a shared commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainable agriculture.

What Is Tara Gum?

Tara gum is a colourless, plant-based galactomannan hydrocolloid with a neutral flavour profile, produced by mechanical separation and gentle milling of the endosperm of the seeds of the Caesalpinia spinosa tree, native to the Andean regions of Peru.

Widely used across the food and beverage industry, tara gum functions as a thickener, gelling agent and water binder, helping to improve viscosity, texture and product stability across a broad range of applications, including freshness enhancement in baked goods. Used alone or in combination with other hydrocolloids, it delivers consistent performance under a wide range of processing conditions.

Key Benefits of Tara Gum – Aglumix® 01

Neutral & clean flavour release — supports flavour clarity without masking or off-notes
Plant-based, clean-label texturiser — with a familiar, consumer-friendly ingredient name
High viscosity at low usage levels — efficient performance and cost-effective formulation
Heat and acid stability — reliable functionality in demanding processing conditions
Syneresis control — helps maintain texture, stability and shelf appeal over time
Comparable to locust bean gum — delivers similar functionality, often at lower dosage and cost
Multiple viscosity grades available — including organic and Fair-Trade certified options
Broad dietary and regulatory acceptance — allergen-free, organic, Fair Trade, kosher, halal, vegan and plant-based

A Proven Alternative to Locust Bean Gum

With global supply constraints and growing demand for sustainable, ethically sourced alternatives, tara gum has become a reliable, high-performing alternative to locust bean gum (LBG), and to other galactomannans such as guar gum.

Equivalent viscosity with up to x3 less tara gum than LBG
Swells in cold and hot conditions (compared to LBG which is only hot soluble)
Strong heat resistance (up to 145 °C in continuous processing)
Stability in acidic environments (down to pH 3.5)
Excellent synergy with other hydrocolloids
Similar in structure (a 3:1 mannose to galactose ratio, compared to a 4:1 ratio in LBG)

This makes it suitable for applications ranging from ice cream and dairy alternatives to sauces, bakery and fruit preparations.

Sustainably Sourced. Fairly Produced.

JRS Silvateam Ingredients sources tara pods from a combination of its own sustainably managed Peruvian plantations and wild-growing trees harvested by local farming communities, before processing them into tara gum in state-of-the-art facilities in Peru. This integrated sourcing model supports over 10,000 farming families through long-term contracts, fair pricing and community development initiatives, while proprietary plantations help ensure supply security and contribute to reforestation and climate resilience.

Certified to ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, Organic, Fair Trade, Halal and Kosher, tara gum reflects a commitment to quality, ethical sourcing and sustainable production.

Applications

Tara gum performs across a broad spectrum of food systems, delivering consistent texture, stability and mouthfeel. Common applications include:

Ice cream, frozen desserts & sorbets — improves mouthfeel and helps control ice crystal growth.
Cream & plant-based cream alternatives — adds thickness and a smooth, creamy texture
Bakery & gluten-free products — supports structure, binding and freshness over shelf life
Sauces, dressings, instant mixes & stock cubes — delivers viscosity, stability and mouthfeel
Beverages, including protein shakes & nutritional drinks — adds body and supports particle suspension
Confectionery & desserts — stabilises gels and improves texture
Processed meat & meat alternatives — enhances water retention and structure

Why Partner with Calleva Ingredients?

As the UK & Ireland distributor for JRS Silvateam’s Tara Gum (Aglumix® 01), we combine world-class ingredient supply with hands-on technical support to help you choose the right grade and optimise your formulation. Whatever your project, our team is here to support from development & scale-up through to launch.