Difference between revisions of "Gum Arabic"

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The dried exudate from the stems of a species of Acacia. White top yellowish-white flakes and granules shipped in [[jute]] sacks or powder shipped in polythene/paper bags. Used in the pharmaceutical, textile and cosmetics industries, also used in the manufacture of adhesives. <br><br>[[Contact]] with water or other moisture will render the gum blocky which, if slight, may be reconditioned by shivering. <br><br>If damage is severe, general reconditioning is necessary. Subject to loss in bulk if bags or sacks are damaged. Will absorb odours, especially from goods such as spices and hides. <br><br>
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The dried exudate from the stems of a species of Acacia. White top yellowish-white flakes and granules shipped in [[jute]] sacks or powder shipped in polythene/paper bags. Used in the pharmaceutical, textile and cosmetics industries, also used in the manufacture of adhesives. <br><br>Contact with water or other moisture will render the gum blocky which, if slight, may be reconditioned by shivering. <br><br>If damage is severe, general reconditioning is necessary. Subject to loss in bulk if bags or sacks are damaged. Will absorb odours, especially from goods such as spices and hides. <br><br>
 
<b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b>
 
<b>Full information on this product is in the process of completion.</b>
 
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[[Category:Other organic material]]
 
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Revision as of 15:03, 6 April 2012

Infobox on Gum Arabic
Example of Gum Arabic
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Facts
Origin -
Stowage factor (in m3/t) -
Humidity / moisture -
Ventilation -
Risk factors -

Gum Arabic

Description

The dried exudate from the stems of a species of Acacia. White top yellowish-white flakes and granules shipped in jute sacks or powder shipped in polythene/paper bags. Used in the pharmaceutical, textile and cosmetics industries, also used in the manufacture of adhesives.

Contact with water or other moisture will render the gum blocky which, if slight, may be reconditioned by shivering.

If damage is severe, general reconditioning is necessary. Subject to loss in bulk if bags or sacks are damaged. Will absorb odours, especially from goods such as spices and hides.

Full information on this product is in the process of completion.