What is E414? Acacia Gum Explained
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E414 is Acacia Gum — a thickener (plant) used in soups and gravies, yoghurts.
What is E414 (Acacia Gum)?
E414 is Acacia Gum (Gum Arabic), a food additive classified as a thickeners & gelling agent that thicken and gel foods. A thickener (plant) used in soups and gravies, yoghurts. You'll find it in soups and gravies, yoghurts, jams and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E414 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E414 found?
E414 (Acacia Gum) is found in soups and gravies, yoghurts, jams, ready meals, salad dressings, ice cream.
- soups and gravies
- yoghurts
- jams
- ready meals
- salad dressings
- ice cream
Is E414 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E414 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Acacia Gum to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Acacia Gum — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E414. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E414 FAQs
What is E414 in food?
E414 is Acacia Gum (Gum Arabic) — a thickener (plant) used in soups and gravies, yoghurts.
Is E414 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E414 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Acacia Gum to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E414 vegan?
E414 (Acacia Gum) is vegan. It is derived from plant, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E414 halal?
E414 (Acacia Gum) is halal. It is derived from plant, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA