E412
E412: Guar gum
No known riskFunction: thickener
What is E412?
E412 (Guar gum) is a thickener used in processed foods.
What the research says
Soluble fibre from guar beans.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E412 (Guar gum) safe?
Soluble fibre from guar beans.
Why is E412 added to food?
It is used as a thickener.
Does E412 make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E412 mark a food as ultra-processed.