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Konjac rubber

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Konjac glucomannan; Konjac rubber

Definition
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Konjac gum is a naturally occurring substance authorised as a food additive.

Effects
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Konjak swells slowly in water to form gels, some of which are very firm and have a high tearing and compressive strength. Specific maximum level: 10 g/kg foodstuff, single or combined.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 422)

Filler

Gelling agent

Thickener

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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