What Is Tamarind Seed Gum?
Tamarind Seed Gum (TSG) — also known as Tamarind Kernel Powder (TKP) or Tamarind Seed Polysaccharide (TSP) — is a natural hydrocolloid extracted from the seeds of the tamarind tree (Tamarindus indica). It is a high molecular weight polysaccharide composed primarily of xyloglucan, giving it exceptional thickening, gelling, and binding properties.
Maple Biotech Pvt. Ltd. supplies TAMGUM brand Tamarind Seed Gum from our ISO 9001 certified facility in Pune, India to food manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and industrial users across 75+ countries.
Key Properties of Tamarind Seed Gum
- High viscosity at low concentration (0.5-1% w/w produces gels)
- Wide pH stability (stable from pH 3 to pH 10)
- Heat stability — retains viscosity at high processing temperatures
- Natural and plant-derived — suitable for clean-label, vegan, and vegetarian products
- Synergistic with xanthan gum and other hydrocolloids
- Freeze-thaw stable — maintains viscosity through freeze-thaw cycles
- GRAS status in USA; approved E-number in EU
Food Industry Applications
- Textile sizing agent — primary industrial application of TKP
- Ice cream stabilizer — prevents ice crystal growth, improves texture
- Sauce and gravy thickener
- Bakery improver — improves dough consistency and bread shelf life
- Noodle and pasta improver — strengthens dough structure
- Fruit preparations — stabilizer for fruit fillings and coulis
- Pet food binder — natural binder for dry and wet pet food
Pharmaceutical Applications
- Tablet binder — natural alternative to synthetic binders
- Sustained release matrix — controls drug release rate
- Ophthalmic solutions — viscosity agent in eye drops
- Wound healing — hydrogel base for wound dressings
- Colon-targeted drug delivery — resistant to upper GI degradation
Why TAMGUM from Maple Biotech?
Maple Biotech is one of India’s leading Tamarind Seed Gum suppliers, providing consistent quality TAMGUM with full technical documentation. We export to 75+ countries including USA, UK, Germany, Japan, Australia, and Southeast Asia. Halal and Kosher certification available.
Contact: sales@maplebiotech.co.in