Flaxseed Gum Powder

Product Description

What Is Flaxseed Gum Powder？

Flaxseed gum (FLAX-G) or Linseed gum is a by-product of flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) meal production, that is useful as a food thickener, emulsifier, and foaming agent. It can be used in foods & drug delivery systems. Flaxseed gum is a soluble dietary fibre present in flaxseed hull.

Extraction and Composition

Flaxseed gum is typically obtained by hot-water extraction from flaxseed hull or whole seed, followed by precipitation with ethanol. Flaxseed gum includes complex polymer structures that contain bioactive compounds. The flaxseed gum content varies between 10-15% of the seed mass. Due to the complicated polymer structure of flaxseed gum & the presence of bioactive compounds, extraction temperature plays an important role in gum appearance, physicochemical properties, and functional properties. Low-temperature extraction can avoid the denaturation of bioactive compounds and save energy costs but may give lower gum yield, whereas higher-temperature extraction can inactivate microorganisms and enzymes but may lead to the formation of undesirable compounds and protein denaturation.

Flaxseed gum is composed of 80% neutral and acidic polysaccharide and 9% protein. The neutral monosaccharides consist of xylose, glucose, arabinose, and galactose, while acidic monosaccharides consist of rhamnose, galactose, fucose, and galacturonic acid. The protein in flaxseed gum is predominantly conlinin.

Flaxseed Gum Powder Specification

Functional Advantages of Flaxseed Gum: From Emulsifying to Foam Stability

• Excellent Emulsification: One of the significant advantages of flaxseed gum is its ability to act as a powerful emulsifier. It stabilizes oil and water mixtures, ensuring a smooth and consistent product. This is especially beneficial for cosmetics and food products that require emulsifying agents.
• Gel Formation: Flaxseed gum has natural gelling properties, allowing it to form flexible, soft gels. This characteristic enhances the stability and texture of products like gel-based cosmetics and food products like gummies or puddings.
• Foam Stability: Flaxseed gum is known for its ability to produce stable foams, maintaining consistency in foamy products like whipped creams, facial masks, and beverages.
• Moisturizing & Suspension Stability: It enhances the moisture retention and prevents the separation of ingredients in products, ensuring longer shelf life and improved performance.

Flaxseed Gum Powder Applications

Flaxseed gum is an extremely valuable natural polymer composite gum, flaxseed gum has a wide range of applications.

In the food industry, flaxseed gum can be used as a substitute for Pectin, Agar, Gum Arabic, Alginates, etc. as a thickener, binder, stabilizer, emulsifier and foaming agent.
In the daily chemical industry, it can be used as an important raw material for high-grade cosmetics.
In the pharmaceutical industry, it is an excellent emulsifier for fat-soluble drugs and the binder for Chinese and Western medicine tablets.

• Food Industry

Thickener, Stabilizer, and Emulsifier: Used in beverages, dairy products, and meat products to improve texture and stability.
Gelling Agent: Forms cold gels, making it useful for creating specific textures in food products.
Bakery Products: Increases water absorption, extends dough stability, and improves overall dough quality in flour products.
Meat Products: Enhances the stability and texture of meat products by binding water and fats.
Emulsion Stabilization: Prevents creaming in cloudy juices and can improve the thermal stability of emulsions by forming conjugates with proteins.

• Cosmetics Industry

Thickener and Stabilizer: Used as an ingredient in high-grade cosmetics.
Skin Care: The flaxseed gel itself can be applied to the skin to tighten, reduce puffiness, and smooth fine lines.

• Pharmaceutical Industry

Emulsifier: An effective emulsifier for fat-soluble drugs.
Tablet Binder: Serves as a binder for both Chinese and Western medicine tablets.
Drug Delivery: Investigated for its potential as a system for delivering pH-sensitive drugs for gastrointestinal diseases.

• Other Potential Applications

Food Coatings and Films: Can be used to create edible films and coatings to protect food products.
Novel Gel Materials: Serves as a structural agent for new gel materials like oleogels and cryogels.
Prebiotic Agent: Can function as a prebiotic, feeding beneficial gut bacteria.
Bioactive Compound Delivery: Used to encapsulate and protect peptides, probiotics, and other bioactive compounds.

Flaxseed Gum Powder Health Benefits

Flax seed gum is a type of dietary fiber obtained from flax seeds. It is often used as a thickener and emulsifier in food preparation. and has been found to have many health benefits, including:

• Blood sugar control: Flaxseed gum might help improve blood sugar control by slowing the absorption of carbohydrates and increasing insulin sensitivity.
• Cholesterol control: Flaxseed gum might help lower cholesterol levels by reducing the absorption of dietary cholesterol.
• Appetite control: Flaxseed gum may help reduce appetite by increasing feelings of fullness and reducing caloric intake.
• Digestive health: Flaxseed gum may help improve digestive health by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines and increasing bowel movements.
• Supports the immune system: Flaxseed gum may help support the immune system by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut.
• Anti-inflammatory: Flaxseed gum has been found to have anti-inflammatory properties. This may be useful for treating conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
• Weight management: Flaxseed gum may help promote weight loss by reducing appetite and reducing caloric intake.

Why Choose Our Flaxseed Gum Powder?

Natural & Clean-Label – Extracted from flaxseeds, our gum is a plant-based, gluten-free, and non-GMO alternative to synthetic thickeners.

Superior Functional Properties – It provides excellent water-holding capacity, gel-forming ability, and emulsification, making it perfect for various applications.

Rich in Nutrients – Contains dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and lignans, adding health benefits to food formulations.

Flaxseed Gum Powder High-quality Supplier And Manufacturer

Green Spring are a global supplier of a broad range of Food Nutrition Ingredients that adhere to strict regulations and quality control standards to ensure the safety and suitability of our ingredients, providing the basis for creating innovative foods with the desired nutritional profile and functionality, meeting the growing demand for specialized ingredients for various dietary requirements (e.g. vegan, gluten-free or low in sugar). We adhere to strict food safety standards to prevent contamination and ensure that ingredients are safe to consume.

Our supply includes nutritional ingredients (proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals, functional ingredients (emulsifiers, thickeners, preservatives and colorants) as well as gluten-free ingredients or special dietary ingredients etc.

How To Buy Flaxseed Gum Powder?

Just send email to sales@greenspringbio.com, or submit your requirement in bottom form, we are of service at any time!