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Bulk Katira Gum for Export

ACPFOOD supplies bulk katira gum for export, also known as Gum Tragacanth or Astragalus gum. This natural plant exudate is widely used in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic industries, and we provide wholesale quantities with consistent quality and professional export services for international buyers.

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  • Product Code: GUM-032
  • Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 50kg

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ACPFOOD offers bulk katira gum for export in high-quality grades, catering to wholesalers, importers, and distributors worldwide. Also known as Gum Tragacanth or Astragalus gum, this natural plant exudate is widely used in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic industries. As a trusted wholesale supplier of katira gum, we ensure consistent quality, competitive pricing, and professional export services for B2B buyers seeking bulk quantities.

ACPFOOD supplies Bulk Katira Gum for Export, sourced from wild Astragalus gummifer and related species growing in the mountainous regions of Iran. Known globally as Gum Tragacanth, Katira Gum is a premium natural hydrocolloid widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, nutraceutical, and industrial sectors.

Our Bulk Katira Gum for Export includes both Sadafi (flake) grades and Kharmani (irregular) grades, all processed under strict hygiene and quality standards. Rich in tragacanthin and bassorin, Katira Gum is valued for its strong emulsifying capacity, thickening behavior, stability in acidic environments, and excellent water-binding properties.

ACPFOOD ensures that each shipment of Bulk Katira Gum for Export is fully documented, lab tested (microbiology, moisture, viscosity), and supplied in export-grade packaging suitable for long-distance global delivery.

🏭 Industrial Applications

✔️ Food & Beverage Industry

  • Used as a natural stabilizer and emulsifier

  • Applied in ice cream, sauces, dairy products, confectionery, and herbal drinks

  • Provides long-lasting viscosity and smooth texture

✔️ Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Used as a binder and disintegrant in tablets

  • Added to topical gels, suspensions, and mucilage preparations

✔️ Cosmetic & Personal Care

  • Used in creams, lotions, gels, and hair care products

  • Excellent stabilizer for herbal cosmetic formulations

✔️ Nutraceutical & Herbal Medicine

  • Used in syrups, tonic formulations, and digestive herbal blends

✔️ Industrial Applications

  • Applied in textiles, adhesives, printing pastes, and specialty formulations

ACPFOOD’s Bulk Katira Gum for Export meets global industry standards, making it ideal for large-scale manufacturers.

🌱 Product Specifications

Parameter Description
Botanical Source Astragalus gummifer Labill. & other Astragalus species
Grades Available Sadafi (white flakes), Kharmani
Quality Food-grade & pharmaceutical-grade
Color White, off-white, pale yellow
Purity ≥ 95–98%
Moisture ≤ 12%
Form Dried natural gum flakes
Origin Iran
Shelf Life 24–36 months

 

🌍 Why Choose ACPFOOD for Bulk Katira Gum for Export

  • ✔️ Trusted global supplier of Bulk Katira Gum for Export

  • ✔️ Iranian origin — highest global quality for tragacanth gum

  • ✔️ Available in both Sadafi and Kharmani grades

  • ✔️ Full documentation: CoA, TDS, MSDS

  • ✔️ Laboratory-tested for purity, viscosity, and microbiology

  • ✔️ Hygienic processing and reliable bulk packaging

  • ✔️ Long-term supply consistency for manufacturers

ACPFOOD is a preferred partner for companies requiring high-quality Bulk Katira Gum for Export for use in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

🚚 Delivery Options

🌍 Direct Export from Iran – Available worldwide
🇪🇺 EU Customers: Delivered DDP from Heppenheim, Germany (MOQ: 500 Kg)
🇨🇦 Canada & 🇨🇳 China: Delivered DDP (MOQ: 500 Kg)
🇺🇸 USA Customers: Delivered DAP (MOQ: 500 Kg)
🚢 Other Countries: CIF shipping available worldwide

Natural Gum Tragacanth resin in dried form
ACPFOOD supplies bulk Katira Gum for export to global markets
 Scientific Names of Plants that Produce Gum Tragacanth:
1- Astragalus gossypinus Fisch.
2- Astragalus gummifer Labill.
3- Astragalus echidna Bunge
4- Astragalus verus Olivier
5- Astragalus brachycalyx Fisch.
6- Astragalus creticus Lam.

Synonyms:
1- Astragalus gossypinus var. filagineus (Boiss.) Boiss.
2-Astragalus gummifer var. villosus
3- Astragalus kuhistanus Bunge
4- Astracantha longiramosa (Boriss.) Czerep.
5- Tragacantha brachycalyx (Fisch.) Kuntze
6- Astracantha cretica (Lam.) Podlech

English Name: Gum Tragacanth
Other Names in English (UK, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand): Gum Tragacanth Milkvetch, Tragacanth Gum
Family: Fabaceae

GENERAL DATA

Plant Parts: Gum/Resin
Cultivation mode: Wild collection
In manufacturing: Pharmaceutical, beverages, skin and hair care, desserts, dressing, foodstuffs and cosmetic, textile and glue making.
In food: Dessert, cakes and beverages.

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Gum Tragacanth resin in bulk form

🌿 Industries That Use Gum Tragacanth (Katira)

Gum Tragacanth is a natural exudate obtained from the stems of Astragalus species, particularly Astragalus gummifer Labill. Native to arid and semi-arid regions of Iran and neighboring countries, this gum is prized for its emulsifying, thickening, and stabilizing properties.

Also called Tragacanth gum, Gond Katira, or simply Katira, this versatile hydrocolloid has a long history in food, medicine, and cosmetic formulations.

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🌱 What Is Gum Tragacanth?

Gum Tragacanth is a complex polysaccharide (mainly bassorin and tragacanthin fractions) that swells in water but does not dissolve completely. It forms a stable gel and is odorless, tasteless, and resistant to microbial degradation.

It is non-toxic, non-allergenic, and remains stable under heat and acidic conditions—making it highly suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.

1. Food & Beverage Industry

Gum Tragacanth is used as a natural stabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier in many food and drink formulations.

Applications:

  • Salad dressings, sauces, and condiments (emulsification)

  • Ice cream, frozen desserts, and syrups (texture and suspension)

  • Confectionery: lozenges, pastilles, and sugar-coated nuts

  • Beverage suspensions and clouding agents (e.g., for juices)

✅ Approved as E413 food additive in many countries
✅ Halal, kosher, and vegan friendly

2. Pharmaceutical & Medical Industry

Widely used in pharmaceutical suspensions, gels, and pastes, thanks to its bioadhesive and soothing properties.

Pharmaceutical Applications:

  • Base for topical gels and pastes (anti-inflammatory carriers)

  • Throat lozenges and oral suspensions

  • Binder in tablets and pills

  • Emollient in mucilage formulas (used in traditional medicine for dry cough, burns, wounds, ulcers)

✅ Used in Ayurvedic, Unani, and Persian Traditional Medicine
✅ Acts as a demulcent and mild laxative

3. Cosmetic & Personal Care Industry

Tragacanth gum serves as a natural film-forming, thickening, and moisturizing agent in skincare and haircare products.

Uses:

  • Facial masks and gels (hydrating and soothing effect)

  • Herbal toothpaste and oral gels

  • Hair masks and styling gels (for hold and shine)

  • Natural emulsions and lotions (stabilizer)

✅ Biodegradable and non-irritant
✅ Suitable for natural and organic cosmetics

4. Textile & Printing Industry

Used traditionally as a thickening agent for printing pastes in fabric printing, especially in silk and cotton industries.

Applications:

  • Fabric printing (for precision and dye adhesion)

  • Embroidery work: stiffening delicate threads

  • Yarn sizing and warp stiffening in loom weaving

✅ Offers precise control and easy removal
✅ Water-soluble but dries to form strong films

5. Paper & Adhesives Industry

Its adhesive and film-forming properties are exploited in certain eco-friendly paper and glue applications.

Applications:

  • Handmade paper production

  • Bookbinding adhesives

  • Natural glue formulations (labeling, envelopes)

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Katira gum used as a natural food thickener

✅ Acid-free and archival-quality use in restoration
✅ Non-toxic alternative to synthetic adhesives

6. Nutraceuticals & Traditional Remedies

Used as an immunity booster, body coolant, and strength tonic in traditional systems.

Nutraceutical Uses:

  • “Sharbat Katira” drinks in hot seasons (coolant and hydrator)

  • Formulated into herbal blends for stress, digestion, or fatigue

  • Thickener for medicinal decoctions and syrups

✅ Often paired with Salep, rosewater, or Kewra in traditional drinks
✅ Included in postpartum recovery and aphrodisiac tonics

7. Industrial & Technical Applications

Thanks to its resistance to microbial spoilage, it’s used in high-end technical applications.

Uses:

  • Carrier in microencapsulation

  • Stabilizer in ceramic glazes and paints

  • Thickener in ink and pigment suspensions

✅ Works well in formulations requiring high purity and low reactivity

✅ Summary of Key Applications

Industry Common Uses
Food & Beverage Emulsifier, thickener, beverage stabilizer
Pharmaceutical & Medical Gels, lozenges, suspensions, traditional mucilage
Cosmetic & Personal Care Hydrating gels, masks, herbal pastes
Textile & Printing Printing paste thickener, embroidery stiffener
Paper & Adhesives Archival adhesives, natural glue
Nutraceutical & Traditional Summer drinks, stress relief tonics
Industrial & Technical Ink, ceramics, pigment carrier

🌟 Key Features

  • Complex hydrocolloid with excellent thickening properties

  • Stable under acidic, high-heat, and microbial conditions

  • Non-allergenic, vegan, and safe for internal and topical use

  • Widely used in natural, organic, and traditional formulations

  • Sustainably harvested from semi-arid shrubs in Iran and Central Asia

🌿 Comparative Table of Natural Gums/Resins

Feature / Property Gum Tragacanth 🪵 (Astragalus gummifer) Sarcocolla Gum 🟤 (Astragalus spp. or Ferula spp.) Gum Arabic 🧊 (Acacia senegal, Acacia seyal) Persian Gum 🧬 (Amygdalus scoparia, Prunus spp.)
Plant Family Fabaceae Apiaceae or Fabaceae Fabaceae Rosaceae
Physical Appearance Flaky ribbons or powder; white to pale yellow Yellowish-brown, semi-transparent, brittle granules Hard, round to irregular tears; pale to amber Small glassy tears; transparent to amber
Water Solubility Swells in water but not fully soluble Poorly soluble; forms cloudy suspensions Fully water-soluble; forms clear solutions Partially soluble; swells slightly
Texture in Water Gel-forming; viscous Slightly mucilaginous, weak gel Fluid-like, low viscosity Mildly sticky, forms weak gel
Main Components Polysaccharides: bassorin & tragacanthin Gum-resin mix; traces of ferulic acid Arabinogalactan complex sugars Polysaccharides, mostly galactose and arabinose
Taste / Odor Tasteless, odorless Slight bitter or earthy taste Bland, neutral Slightly sweet or neutral
Traditional Medicine Uses Laxative, demulcent, cooling, burn treatment Anti-inflammatory, healing balm Cough, diarrhea, sore throat Emollient, digestive aid
Food Industry Applications Stabilizer, thickener, emulsifier (E413) Rare; sometimes in folk candies Emulsifier, encapsulant, beverage stabilizer (E414) Occasionally used in sweets or local syrups
Pharmaceutical Applications Topical gels, lozenges, suspensions Poultices, wound treatment Tablet binder, coating, syrup stabilizer Syrups, emulsions in traditional medicine
Cosmetic Uses Face gels, masks, creams Rare Lotions, mascara, emulsions Natural emulsifiers, face masks
Industrial Uses Textile printing, paper glue, microencapsulation Minor traditional uses Printing, inks, adhesives, food coatings Natural adhesives, experimental polymers
Color Stability in Formulations Good, light-stable May darken with age Excellent Moderate
Microbial Stability High; resists spoilage Moderate Very high Moderate to high
Halal / Vegan / Kosher ✅ Yes ✅ Yes (typically) ✅ Yes ✅ Yes
Availability Iran, Turkey, Afghanistan Rare; mainly Iran and surrounding areas Africa (Sudan, Nigeria, Chad) Iran, limited regional production

🧪 Summary at a Glance

Gum/Resin Solubility Food Use Pharma Use Cosmetics Viscosity Availability
Tragacanth Partial ✅ ✅ ✅ High Moderate
Sarcocolla Low ❌ Rare ✅ Folk ❌ Rare Low Low
Gum Arabic Full ✅✅ ✅✅ ✅✅ Low High
Persian Gum Partial ✅ Niche ✅ Folk ✅ Moderate Limited

 

PRODUCT NAME IN DIFFERENT LANGUAGES

Persian Name: کتیرا/ Katira
German Name (Deutschland, Austria, Switzerland): Gummi Traganth, Gummi Tragant
French Name (France, Belgium, Switzerland, Quebec): Gomme Adragante, Astragale à gomme

 

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Katira gum sourced from Astragalus gummifer
Natural resin harvested from Astragalus shrubs

About Tragacanth

The resin of some species of astragalus tree is known as Gum Tragacanth. To extract this gum, you must first remove some soil from the lower part of the plant trunk. Then, make some notches on the lower part of the trunk near the root. The resin which extracts from the plant, after a short time, dries and hardens in the presence of air.

There are two types of Gum Tragacanths: white and yellow. White one comes in relatively thin, elongated, twisted, white, translucent, and brittle bands. Yellow one is small, irregular, yellowish, sometimes brownish, sometimes reddish, translucent, and brittle patches. The best Gum Tragacanth should be white, smooth, relatively soft, thin, pure, odorless, and slightly sweet.

 

Gum Tragacanth Temperament

Moderate and moist

Gum tragacanth resin from Astragalus plant
Raw Katira gum from traditional wild harvesting

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ACPFOOD prepares gum tragacanth for global markets

Tragacanth Gum Chemical Constituents

Tragacanthin, Bassurine, Uronic Acid, Arabinose, Galacturonic Acid, Galactose, Xylose

 

Gum Tragacanth Health Benefits

Blood thickeners and dilute substances. Soothes the severity of warm medicines that are taken and strengthens the stomach. That’s why in Persian traditional medicine, it is mentioned that very hot and intense medicines should be taken with Tragacanth.

Gum Tragacanth is a bit laxative. It is useful for eye ulcers, eye pains and conjunctivitis when it is mixed with suitable medicine. Consumption of its powder is also beneficial in these cases.

If this resin is eaten with fresh goat’s milk, it is beneficial to stop the bleeding from the throat and other internal organs, cough, chest and throat hoarseness, lung ulcers. If it is mixed with honey as a paste and keep it in the mouth it is useful for chest sicknesses.

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Sun-dried gum tragacanth resin prepared for shipping

Astragalus plant in semi-arid climate of Iran
Wild-growing Astragalus shrubs in gum-harvesting regions
 If Gum Tragacanth is mixed with appropriate medicine, it is useful for strengthening the intestines, relieving kidney, bladder, and urinary tract pain, and if it is mixed with Sweet Almond kernels, starch, and sugar, it is very fattening and tonic. If the glaze of it is rubbed on the hair, hair leprosy will be prevented.

 

🌿 Nutrition Facts – Gum Tragacanth (Katira)

(Astragalus spp. exudate – dried flakes or powder)

Serving Size: 5 g (~1 teaspoon of soaked/dried gum)
Calories: ~6 kcal (undigested dietary fiber)

Nutrient Amount per 5g Per 100g
Total Fat 0 g 0 g
• Saturated Fat 0 g 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0 mg
Sodium ~1 mg ~20 mg
Total Carbohydrate 4.5 g 90.0 g
• Sugars 0 g 0 g
• Dietary Fiber ~4.4 g ~88.0 g
Protein 0.05 g ~1.0 g

🔬 Functional & Phytochemical Profile (Per 100g):

Compound / Group Approx. Content Functional Role
Polysaccharides (bassorin, tragacanthin) ~85–95% Emulsifier, laxative, digestive fiber
Saponins Trace–moderate Soothing, anti-inflammatory
Triterpenes Trace Tissue protective, mild immune modulation
Ash content (natural minerals) ~2–4% Adds trace electrolytes
Moisture (in flakes) 10–15% Retained hydration when not dried to powder

 

🧬 Minerals (Per 100g, dried):

Micronutrient Approx. Content % DV (per 100g)
Calcium ~200 mg 20%
Magnesium ~110 mg 28%
Potassium ~260 mg 7%
Iron ~2.2 mg 12%
Zinc ~0.4 mg 4%

🌿 Katira is a cooling, mucilaginous gum that swells dramatically in water to form a soothing gel. Used traditionally for heat-related ailments, dry cough, constipation, and in hair or skin care masks.

✅ Gluten-free, vegan, naturally caffeine-free, and virtually calorie-free. A superb prebiotic fiber and natural emulsifier used in beverages, confections, and topical applications.

⚠️ Excessive consumption may cause bloating or gastrointestinal discomfort. Always hydrate thoroughly before use.

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutritional content may vary based on processing and plant species.

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Bulk Katira Gum for Export – Research, Regulations and Industrial Applications

Katira gum (Gum Tragacanth) is a natural hydrocolloid obtained from the dried exudate of Astragalus gummifer Labill. and other Iranian Astragalus species such as A. microcephalus, A. brachycalyx and A. gossypinus. Iran is historically recognised as the primary source of premium gum tragacanth, supplying food, pharmaceutical and technical industries across Europe and North America. A detailed overview of Iranian Katira and its commercial history is given in the Encyclopaedia Iranica article “Katirā (Gum Tragacanth)” (https://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/katira/).

For international buyers looking for Bulk Katira Gum for Export, this exudate offers exceptionally high viscosity at low dosage, strong suspending power, excellent acid and heat stability, and long shelf life. These properties make it valuable for customers who want to buy Katira gum in bulk and secure a stable, natural hydrocolloid supply from a reliable origin.

1. Scientific profile of Katira gum from Iranian Astragalus species

Modern compositional and rheological studies confirm that Katira gum is a mixture of highly branched polysaccharides, usually described as a water-soluble fraction (tragacanthin / tragacanthic acid) and a water-swellable fraction (bassorin). These fractions give rise to the very high viscosity and shear-thinning behaviour that formulators expect from premium Gum Tragacanth wholesale. A comprehensive scientific review of tragacanth’s structure, solution behaviour and biological properties is available in “A review on tragacanth gum: A promising natural polysaccharide in pharmaceutics” (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37054856/).

The classic monograph “Gum Tragacanth (Astragalus gummifer Labillardiere)” in Handbook of Hydrocolloids summarises decades of work on Iranian gums from A. gummifer, A. microcephalus and related species, including the PhD thesis “The Gum Tragacanth from Iranian Astragalus Microcephalus” from the University of Otago, New Zealand (https://books.google.com/books/about/The_Gum_Tragacanth_from_Iranian_Astragal.html?id=LOggMgAACAAJ). These sources explain how species, geography and processing affect viscosity, uronic-acid content and emulsifying properties – key parameters when selecting food grade Katira gum for export, pharmaceutical grade Gum Tragacanth powder and technical grades.

For B2B buyers, this scientific work supports:

  • Bulk Katira gum for suspending and thickening agents in syrups and oral liquids.

  • Bulk Katira gum for stabilizing emulsions in beverages, sauces, creams and technical formulations.

  • Confidence that a specialist Katira gum raw material supplier from Iran can select lots by origin and functional performance.

2. Pharmaceutical and biomedical research

Tragacanth is widely recognised as a biocompatible, biodegradable natural polymer suitable for advanced pharmaceutical and biomedical applications:

  • A 2023 review in International Journal of Biological Macromolecules describes gum tragacanth as an attractive biomaterial for drug delivery, cell therapy and tissue engineering, thanks to its physicochemical properties and biological compatibility (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37054856/).

  • A 2024 open-access article in Frontiers in Materials (“Tragacanth gum-based hydrogels for drug delivery and tissue engineering”) details how tragacanth-based gels can serve as scaffolds for skin, cartilage, bone and nerve regeneration (https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmats.2024.1296399/full).

Recent work from Iranian and UK researchers has taken this further into wound-healing applications:

These findings strongly support Bulk Katira gum for pharmaceutical industries, where formulators need natural polymers for hydrogels, topical patches, sustained-release systems and modern dressings. They also underpin wholesale Gum Tragacanth for nutraceuticals, where Katira functions as a natural binder and stabiliser in herbal syrups, chewable tablets and functional supplements.

3. Food and beverage uses – global regulatory backing

Gum tragacanth is classified internationally as food additive E 413. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) re-evaluated tragacanth in 2017 and concluded that there is no safety concern for the general population at authorised use levels and that there is no need for a numerical ADI (“Re-evaluation of tragacanth (E 413) as a food additive”, EFSA Journal 2017;15(6):4789, https://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/efsajournal/pub/4789 or full text at https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.2903/j.efsa.2017.4789).

The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) assigns gum tragacanth (INS 413) an ADI of “not specified”, recognising its long history of safe use and its role as a thickener, stabiliser and emulsifier. See the JECFA database entry (https://apps.who.int/food-additives-contaminants-jecfa-database/chemical.aspx?chemID=2211) and the full monograph (TRAGACANTH GUM, FNP 52 Add.9/192, https://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/jecfa_additives/docs/Monograph1/Additive-471.pdf).

These regulatory positions are used by:

  • The United Kingdom and European Union for food law and labelling.

  • The USA and Canada under GRAS and Food Chemicals Codex frameworks.

  • Australia and New Zealand under FSANZ, which draws heavily on JECFA and EFSA evaluations.

  • South Africa and other Codex-aligned jurisdictions.

For industry, this means that Katira gum bulk buyers for food industry can confidently formulate:

  • High-acid fruit syrups, herbal elixirs and beverage concentrates.

  • Confectionery and bakery products needing moisture retention and texture control.

  • Dairy and non-dairy products where Bulk Katira gum for suspending and thickening agents is required.

These uses directly support food grade Katira gum for export, Bulk Katira gum for Export and long-term planning around Gum Tragacanth wholesale price for importers in different regions.

4. Cosmetic and personal care applications

In cosmetics, gum tragacanth is used in creams, gels, lotions, masks, hair-care and oral-care products as a natural rheology modifier and stabiliser. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) expert panel’s “Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Tragacanth Gum” concluded that gum tragacanth is safe as a cosmetic ingredient in current practices of use and concentration (full PDF at https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.3109/10915818709095487).

This evidence supports:

  • Bulk Katira gum for cosmetic and personal care products as a plant-based thickener in clean-label formulations.

  • Brand owners who prefer biodegradable polymers instead of fully synthetic carbomers.

For manufacturers in the UK, EU, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, this safety assessment is an important argument for choosing a wholesale Katira gum supplier with strong documentation and consistent quality.

5. Technical, textile and printing uses

Beyond foods and pharmaceuticals, Katira gum has important technical applications:

  • It is used in textile printing pastes, where its high viscosity and film-forming properties allow precise patterning and good colour yield.

  • It acts as a binder and thickener in certain inks, paper coatings and leather finishes, supporting Bulk Katira gum for textile and printing applications.

Industrial hydrocolloid texts and specialist reviews on Iranian Katira (for example, the chapter on gum tragacanth in Wiley’s hydrocolloid reference “Gum Tragacanth (Astragalus gummifer Labillardiere)” at https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/9781119418511.ch12) document these uses in detail and explain how solution properties vary with concentration, temperature and pH.

These technical functions add further value for Katira gum bulk sourcing from Iran, especially for buyers who serve multiple verticals (food, pharma, cosmetics and technical).

6. Regional research and collaboration (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa)

This global research footprint reassures international Katira gum bulk buyers for food industry, nutraceutical, cosmetic and technical sectors that Bulk Katira gum for Export from Iran is supported by a strong and evolving scientific base.

7. Commercial positioning – Katira gum from Iran

Bringing together composition, functionality and regulatory acceptance, Katira gum from Iranian Astragalus species can be positioned as:

  • A premium, origin-specific hydrocolloid for customers who want premium Gum Tragacanth wholesale from a specialised Katira gum raw material supplier from Iran.

  • A versatile ingredient serving:

    • Bulk Katira gum for pharmaceutical industries and oral/topical medicines.

    • Bulk Katira gum for cosmetic and personal care products in clean-label formulations.

    • Katira gum bulk buyers for food industry (syrups, confectionery, beverages).

    • wholesale Gum Tragacanth for nutraceuticals and functional supplements.

    • Bulk Katira gum for textile and printing applications and other technical uses.

With consistent quality, technical documentation (CoA, microbiology, contaminants, rheology data) and competitive Gum Tragacanth wholesale price for importers, ACPFOOD can reliably supply high-quality Katira gum for export to partners in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and beyond – fully aligned with modern scientific understanding and international regulations on gum tragacanth.

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