Xanthan gum

Xanthan gum is a naturally occurring substance obtained from sugar-containing substrates with the help of bacteria (genus Xanthomonas). Xanthan gum is authorised as a food additive with the E-number E 415 as thickening and gelling agent. Xanthan gum is also approved for "organic food".

Xanthan gum turns liquids into gel-like masses due to its strong swelling and water-binding capacity.

Food additive (E 415)

Thickener

Stabilising agent in pharmaceutical and cosmetic products

Switzerland: May not be used in jelly mini-cups, may not be used in the manufacture of artificially dried foods which are intended to swell when eaten.