Acacia Fiber Powder – Instantized
Acacia fibre is the dried gum exudate of Acacia senegal and seyal trees, harvested mainly in the African Sahel. It is a highly soluble, low-viscosity fibre that is fermented slowly and well tolerated. It is offered at 90% soluble fibre and as instantized powder.
GUTINS Acacia Fiber — instantized is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: instantized; form / technology: Powder / functional ingredient; diet suitability: Generally vegetarian.
Product Specifications
| Product | Acacia Fiber — instantized |
|---|---|
| Category | Functional Ingredients & Prebiotics |
| Subcategory | Fibers / functional excipients |
| Base Ingredient / Source | Acacia Fiber |
| Scientific Name | Acacia senegal / Acacia seyal (Senegalia senegal) |
| Plant Part | gum exudate |
| Specification / Assay | instantized |
| Form / Technology | Powder / functional ingredient |
| Source Type | Plant / fermentation / food source |
| Diet Suitability | Generally vegetarian |
| INCI Name | Acacia Senegal Gum |
| CAS Number | 9000-01-5 |
| EINECS / EC Number | 232-519-5 |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in cold and hot water with low viscosity; insoluble in ethanol and oils |
| Trend / Positioning | Functional / gut health |
| Available Pack Sizes | 50 g, 225 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg (larger volumes on request) |
| Documentation | CoA, TDS and SDS available on request |
Key Benefits
- Gentle, well-tolerated prebiotic fibre
- Supports digestive regularity
- Supports growth of beneficial bacteria
- Low viscosity and neutral taste
- Doubles as emulsifier and encapsulating agent
Uses & Applications
Typical applications: Gut health, functional foods, premixes, texture systems.
- Fibre supplement powders
- Clear beverages and smoothies
- Gummies and pastilles
- Low-FODMAP gut formulas
- Bars and cereals
- Flavour and oil encapsulation
How to Use / Dosage
- Typical daily intake: 5-15 g/day
- Typical use level: 2-10% in beverages and bars; 50-100% in fibre powders; 5-20% as emulsifier/encapsulant
- Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
- Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.
Solubility & Formulation
Highly soluble in cold and hot water with low viscosity; insoluble in ethanol and oils
Storage & Handling
Store sealed in a cool, dry place; hygroscopic - protect from humidity to prevent caking. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).
Regulatory Note
Gum arabic is an EU food additive (E414), GRAS in the US and recognised by FDA as dietary fibre.
Diet suitability: Generally vegetarian. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).
Caution & Disclaimer
- Rare allergic reactions to acacia gum
- Increase intake gradually - may cause bloating, flatulence or loose stools at high doses
- Test for microbial load - natural exudate
- Instantized grades may contain processing aids - check specification
For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Bulk & Wholesale Orders
Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.
Specification
| SKU | GUT-FUN-0969-50G |
|---|---|
| Type | Functional Ingredients & Prebiotics |
| benefit | Gut & Digestive Health |
| collection | Fibers & Prebiotics |
| diet | Vegetarian |
| form | Powder |
| format | Beverages & Shots |
| format | Capsules & Tablets |
| format | Powders & Sachets |
| ingredient | Acacia Fiber |
| menu | Gut Health |
| tech | Instantized |
Usage
Typical dosage 0.1–0.5%. Adjust to application and heat process.