Rheology Modifier

Acacia Senegal (Gum Arabic) Gum

INCI: ACACIA SENEGAL GUM
CAS 9000-01-5
natural gum obtained from Acacia sensu lato tree sap
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

natural gum obtained from Acacia sensu lato tree sap

Purpose

Function

Viscosity controlling, film forming, emulsion stabilizing, binding
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationmoderate
MoSadequate
NOAEL2500 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Flags
potential-allergenepa_safer_alternativeifra_fragrancefda_food_additive
Verdict

Potential dermal and respiratory sensitizer per EFSA feed additive opinion; occupational inhalation is the primary risk, not dermal application

US Note

Permitted; GRAS food additive (21 CFR §184.1330); CIR concluded safe as used (2005, re-review 2023)

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
9000-01-5
INCI
ACACIA SENEGAL GUM
Category
Rheology Modifier
Updated
Apr 23, 2026