Konjac rubber

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Konjac glucomannan; Konjac rubber

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

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

EffectsThis section has been translated automatically.

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/useThis section has been translated automatically.

Food additive (E 422)

Filler

Gelling agent

Thickener

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer