Locust Bean Gum

Manufactured by Danisco

Locust Bean Gum, or LBG, is a textural ingredient derived from the seed of the leguminous carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), which grows in Mediterranean countries.

The carob seed consists of three different parts: the husk surrounding the seed, the germ (protein) and endosperm (gum). The latter is the part used for LBG.

Application areas

LBG is used in a range of different food systems as a stabiliser or thickening agent and in certain gel systems as a texture modifier.

Typical applications of GRINDSTED® LBG:

Cream cheese
Dairy desserts
Ice cream
Fruit preparations
Baked goods
Pimento strips
Dressings and sauces
Canned pet food

Products

Our LBG products are available in various degrees of granulation and viscosity to suit the applications for which they are intended. A considerable degree of synergy can be achieved between LBG and other hydrocolloids, such as carrageenan and xanthan. Please contact us to determine the optimal product for your application.