Foods Containing E412 (Guar Gum)
E412 (Guar Gum) is a plant-based gum from guar beans with a strong thickening effect, widely used in gluten-free baking. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E412
- soups and gravies
- yoghurts
- jams
- ready meals
- salad dressings
- ice cream
In the UK and EU, E412 must be declared either as "E412" or as "Guar Gum" in the ingredients list.
Is E412 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E412 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Guar Gum to harm at normal dietary intakes.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA