Glucomannan Powder – 95%

Glucomannan is a highly viscous soluble fibre from the konjac corm, supplied at 90% and 95% purity. It absorbs large amounts of water, creating fullness, and is well known in weight-management formulas. It is also used as a thickener and in konjac noodles and jellies.

GUTINS Glucomannan — 95% is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: 95%; form / technology: Powder / functional ingredient; diet suitability: Generally vegetarian.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Glucomannan in the context of an energy-restricted diet contributes to weight loss (EU claim, 3 g/day)
• Contributes to maintenance of normal blood cholesterol (EU claim, 4 g/day)
• Supports satiety
• Supports bowel regularity
• Powerful thickener and gelling agent

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Gut health, functional foods, premixes, texture systems.

• Weight management capsules
• Satiety powders
• Cholesterol support formulas
• Konjac noodles and jellies
• Fibre supplement blends
• Plant-based thickening systems

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 3 g/day in 3 doses of 1 g, each with 1-2 glasses of water before meals
• Typical use level: 50-100% in capsules and powders; 0.1-1% as thickener/gelling agent in foods
• 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

Swells in water forming highly viscous solutions (absorbs up to 50x its weight); 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

Konjac gum is an EU food additive (E425, banned in jelly mini-cups) with authorised EU health claims requiring choking warnings; GRAS in the US and recognised 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

• Choking and obstruction risk - EU requires warning; must be taken with plenty of water; not for tablets or mini-jellies
• Not suitable for people with swallowing difficulties
• May reduce absorption of medicines - separate dosing
• Can lower blood glucose - caution with diabetes medication

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.