Method of modifying gum arabic, modified gum arabic obtained by the method, and use thereof
US8460734B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 24, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 4, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC09K23/00
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An object of the present invention is to provide a method for enhancing the emulsification ability of gum arabic.The present invention can provide a modified gum arabic having an excellent emulsification ability without coloration and/or unpleasant odor, by a method which has a step of making unheated gum arabic into an aqueous solution having a concentration of not higher than 50 mass %, and a step of maintaining the aqueous solution below 60° C. for at least 6 hours. The gum arabic modified by the method of the present invention can be used as an emulsifier for use with beverages, confectioneries, chewing gums, oil-soluble flavors, oil-soluble colors, oil-soluble vitamins, etc.
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