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| Cassia gum is a food additive made from the endosperm of Cassia obtusifolia also known as Senna obtusifolia or Cassia tora. Cassia gum is a naturally occurring polymer with mannose and galactose as its repeating units. Cassia gum forms high viscosity by swelling in water after it is boiled. |
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Pet Food Additive |
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Food Additive |
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Fresheners |
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| Cassia Gum is obtained from the seeds of Cassia Obtusifolia which are also known as cassia seeds. The Cassia seed is broken to get 2 halves known as Cassia splits. Dehusking of the splits is achieved through heating, grinding, polishing and sieving. |
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