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Acacia Senegal Gum

Acacia Gum

Natural binding agent and fiber source
CAS Number:9000-01-5

INCI Name

Acacia Senegal Gum

Functions

1 Roles

Sustainability

9/10

Category

thickeners

What It Does

Acacia Senegal Gum is a natural polysaccharide exudate harvested from the stems and branches of Acacia senegal trees, primarily grown in the Sahel region of Africa. This complex arabinogalactan protein forms highly stable emulsions and provides unique film-forming properties with a characteristic smooth, non-tacky skin feel. Formulators value it for its multifunctionality as both a natural emulsifier and texture modifier, its excellent tolerance across a wide pH range, and its ability to stabilize formulations while providing prebiotic benefits to the skin microbiome.

Enhances formula performance
Contributes to product quality
Supports formulation goals
Improves user experience

Technical Properties

pH Range

4.5-6.0

Optimal working range

Ionic Charge

anionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

thickening

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

medium

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

nonionic surfactantshumectantsglycolspolyolsmost emollientsanionic surfactants

Avoid Combining

high concentrations of electrolytesstrong acidscationic polymers at low pHhigh alcohol concentrations
Compatibility analysis powered by OpenMix — open-source formulation science

Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

9/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal tree exudates

Quick Reference

Full INCI Name
Acacia Senegal Gum
Common Name
Acacia Gum
CAS Number
9000-01-5
Category
thickeners

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