Cassia Gum Names for Importers: E427, E499, Cassiagummi, Goma Cassia and Gomme de Cassia
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- Cassia gum, also called cassia tora gum, is the standard export name for the gum milled from Cassia tora and Cassia obtusifolia seeds, now classified as Senna tora and Senna obtusifolia.
- In the European Union it is coded E427 in food and E499 in pet food.
- Buyers also search for it as Cassiagummi in German, goma cassia in Spanish and Portuguese, and gomme de cassia in French.
- Writing cassia gum powder, the E number and the botanical source on every document avoids confusion with cassia cinnamon and other cassia products.
- Avlast Hydrocolloids exports cassia gum powder in bulk to more than 30 countries.
Importers rarely buy a product under one name only. The same cassia gum powder may appear as cassia gum on a technical data sheet, as E427 on a food label, as E499 on a pet food label and as a local language term in a purchase request from a buyer in Germany, Spain or France.
This guide lists the names, codes and botanical terms that apply to cassia gum and its related products, so procurement teams and technical staff can match documents correctly and avoid ordering the wrong material.
Cassia Gum, Cassia Tora Gum and Cassia Gum Powder: The Core Trade Names
Cassia gum is the name used in international trade and in regulatory texts. Suppliers also write cassia tora gum or cassia obtusifolia gum, naming the gum after the plant it comes from.
Cassia gum powder is the same gum supplied as a fine powder in bulk packaging. When a buyer asks for cassia gum powder, cassia gum or cassia tora gum on a purchase request, the product being described is the same refined galactomannan.
Some buyers write cassia tora powder or cassia powder in informal enquiries. Because these shorter terms can also describe other products, a purchase request should always repeat the word gum, as explained later in this guide.
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Botanical Names Behind Cassia Gum: Senna Tora and Senna Obtusifolia
Cassia gum comes from the seeds of two closely related plants, Cassia tora and Cassia obtusifolia. Botanists now place both in the genus Senna, so documents may use Senna tora and Senna obtusifolia instead.
Both spellings describe the same raw material. A supplier’s specification sheet may list the older Cassia name, the newer Senna name, or both, and buyers should treat them as equivalent when comparing documents.
The gum itself is a galactomannan, a polysaccharide with a mannose backbone and galactose side units. Cassia gum has a high mannose to galactose ratio of at least five to one, which is why cassia gum powder is soluble only in hot water, while guar gum dissolves in cold water.
Cassia Gum E427 and E499: How the Gum Is Coded in Food and Pet Food
In the European Union, cassia gum received approval as a food additive in 2010 and carries the code E427. This code appears in ingredient lists for food products that are permitted to contain it.
In pet food and animal feed, cassia gum is coded E499. It is authorised as a technological additive in the gelling agents group for use in food for cats and dogs.
The authorisation sets a condition that matters to formulators. Cassia gum may be used only in complete feed with a moisture content above 20 percent, and it must be combined with carrageenan, which must represent at least 25 percent of the amount of cassia gum used.
Exporters should make sure that cassia gum supplied for pet food meets the same purity specification that applies to the food additive, since material that does not meet it is no longer acceptable for this use.
Cassiagummi, Goma Cassia and Gomme de Cassia: Cassia Gum Names in German, Spanish, Portuguese and French
Buyers in different countries use their own words for cassia gum. German speaking buyers search for Cassiagummi, Spanish and Portuguese speaking buyers search for goma cassia or goma de cassia, and French speaking buyers search for gomme de cassia.
These terms appear in enquiries, tender documents and supplier registration forms. A supplier who recognises them can respond to a request quickly and match it to the correct product.
| Name or Code | Where It Is Used | What It Refers To |
|---|---|---|
| Cassia gum | International trade and English language specifications | Refined galactomannan gum from cassia tora seed endosperm |
| Cassia gum powder | Technical data sheets and supplier catalogs | The same gum supplied as a fine powder in bulk |
| Cassia tora gum or cassia obtusifolia gum | Botanical style product descriptions | The same gum named after its source plant |
| E427 | European Union food labeling | Cassia gum used as a food additive |
| E499 | European Union pet food and feed labeling | Cassia gum used as a gelling agent for cats and dogs |
| Cassiagummi | German language markets | German name for cassia gum |
| Goma cassia or goma de cassia | Spanish and Portuguese language markets | Spanish and Portuguese name for cassia gum |
| Gomme de cassia | French language markets | French name for cassia gum |
Every row in the table refers to the same refined cassia gum powder, except where a code is limited to a specific use such as food or pet food.
Cassia Powder Is Not the Same as Cassia Gum: Avoiding Confusion on Specifications
The word cassia is used for several unrelated products. Cassia cinnamon is a spice made from the bark of Cinnamomum cassia, and cassia obovata is a leaf powder sold for hair care. Neither is a hydrocolloid.
A purchase request that says only cassia powder can therefore be read in more than one way. Industrial buyers avoid this by always writing cassia gum powder, adding the E427 or E499 code where relevant, and naming the intended use.
Including the botanical source, Senna tora or Senna obtusifolia, removes any remaining doubt for quality and regulatory teams reviewing the document.
Cassia Tora Splits, Refined Splits and Cassia Tora Meal: Related Product Names
Cassia gum is made from cassia tora splits, which are the seed endosperm pieces left after the seed coat and germ are removed. Buyers who make their own gum powder purchase splits, and they may describe them as cassia splits or refined cassia splits.
Cassia tora meal is a different product. It is a separate feed ingredient used in animal nutrition and is not a gum product, so it should never be confused with cassia gum powder on a specification.
Avlast Hydrocolloids supplies cassia gum powder, cassia tora splits, cassia tora meal and cassia tora seed as separate products, each with its own specification.
Cassia Gum Powder Specification Sheet, Label and Purchase Order: What to Write
A complete product description reduces queries between buyer and supplier. It should state the product name as cassia gum powder, the botanical source, the E number for the intended use and the grade.
Technical data should also describe how the powder behaves in water. Cassia gum powder is soluble only in hot water, so the sheet should give the hydration temperature and time, and it should not describe the powder as simply water soluble.
For pet food orders, buyers add the E499 designation and confirm that the material meets the purity specification required for this use. For food orders, they add E427 and the intended food category.
Why Correct Cassia Gum Names Matter for Regulatory Documents and Supplier Approval
Regulatory teams check ingredient names against approved lists. If a document uses an unfamiliar term, the review can be delayed while the team confirms that the product is the same as the approved additive.
Clear naming also helps quality auditors trace a batch from the purchase order to the certificate of analysis and the label on the finished product. Consistent terms across all three documents shorten supplier approval.
This is especially relevant for importers who serve several language markets with one product, since each market may use a different local term.
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About Avlast Hydrocolloids: Cassia Gum Powder Manufacturer and Exporter
Avlast Hydrocolloids is a manufacturer, processor and exporter of cassia gum powder, cassia tora splits, cassia tora meal, cassia tora seed and guar gum products, based in Ahmedabad, India. The company was founded in 2006 and currently exports to more than 30 countries.
Buyers can request a technical data sheet and certificate of analysis for cassia gum powder that uses the naming and codes required for their market, including E427 for food and E499 for pet food where relevant. Avlast Hydrocolloids holds Kosher and Halal certificates, and its processing of cassia gum powder for food industries is certified under FSSC 22000.
The Avlast Hydrocolloids team also answers specification and documentation questions from importers who need to match a local language request, such as Cassiagummi or goma cassia, to the correct product.
Conclusion: Using the Right Cassia Gum Name on Every Document
Cassia gum is sold under many names, codes and spellings, but they all point to the same refined galactomannan. Importers who use consistent terms for the product, the botanical source and the intended use avoid delays in regulatory review and supplier approval.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cassia Gum Names and E Numbers
What is cassia gum called in international trade?
Cassia gum is the standard name, and suppliers also write cassia tora gum, cassia obtusifolia gum or cassia gum powder. All of these describe the same galactomannan gum obtained from cassia tora seeds. A purchase request should include the word gum, the botanical source and the intended use to avoid confusion.
Are E427 and E499 different products?
They are the same gum under two codes. E427 is used for cassia gum in food, while E499 is used for cassia gum in pet food and feed. The code on a document should match the intended use of the batch, and the pet food authorisation also sets conditions on moisture content and the use of carrageenan.
What is cassia gum called in German, Spanish and French?
In German it is Cassiagummi, in Spanish and Portuguese it is goma cassia or goma de cassia, and in French it is gomme de cassia. Importers in these markets use these terms in enquiries, tenders and registration forms. Matching them to the product on your specification sheet prevents delays.
Is cassia powder the same as cassia gum powder?
Not necessarily. The word cassia can also refer to cassia cinnamon, which is a spice, or to cassia obovata, which is a leaf powder used for hair care. For industrial use, buyers should always write cassia gum powder and add the botanical source or the E number to make the request exact.
What are the botanical names for the source of cassia gum?
Cassia gum is obtained from Cassia tora and Cassia obtusifolia, which botanists now classify as Senna tora and Senna obtusifolia. Documents may use either spelling, and both refer to the same raw material. Suppliers often list both on specification sheets.
How should the solubility of cassia gum powder be described on a data sheet?
Cassia gum powder is soluble only in hot water and does not fully dissolve in cold water. A data sheet should say so and give the recommended hydration temperature and time. It should not describe the product as simply water soluble, because that could lead a formulator to expect cold water performance.
Is cassia tora meal the same as cassia gum powder?
No. Cassia tora meal is an animal feed ingredient, while cassia gum powder is a hydrocolloid used as a thickener and gelling agent. They have different specifications, uses and documentation. Avlast Hydrocolloids supplies both as separate products.
Dhaval Patel is the CEO of Avlast Hydrocolloids, a manufacturer, supplier and exporter of hydrocolloid products based in Ahmedabad, India. Avlast Hydrocolloids specializes in Guar Gum and Cassia Gum products, serving customers across food, pet food, animal feed, pharmaceutical, personal care and various industrial applications.
With a strong focus on product quality, consistency and application-specific requirements, Avlast Hydrocolloids offers products including Guar Gum Powder, Fast Hydration Guar Gum Powder, Guar Refined Splits, Cassia Gum Powder, Cassia Tora Splits and other hydrocolloid ingredients. The company serves both domestic and international markets, with a focus on meeting industry-specific quality and performance requirements.
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