Foods Containing E427 (Cassia Gum)
E427 (Cassia Gum) is a thickener (plant) used in soups and gravies, yoghurts. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E427
- soups and gravies
- yoghurts
- jams
- ready meals
- salad dressings
- ice cream
In the UK and EU, E427 must be declared either as "E427" or as "Cassia Gum" in the ingredients list.
Is E427 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E427 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Cassia Gum to harm at normal dietary intakes.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA