Acacia

صمغ عربي (أكاسيا)

KindExcipient
ClassBinder
SynonymsGum arabic, Gum acacia, Acacia gum
Common uses / formsSolution binder in wet granulation (1–5%); emulsifier and suspending agent in liquids
PropertiesNatural exudate polysaccharide of Acacia senegal/seyal; water-soluble; spray-dried powder or tears
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP, JP
Sourcing originsRegional, India
Dominant inbound routeRedSea
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesSudan/Sahel-sourced natural gum; microbial load and enzyme (peroxidase) checks advisable
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

Related substances (Binder)

Povidone K30 · Copovidone · Hypromellose (low-viscosity) · Hydroxypropyl cellulose · Gelatin · Maltodextrin

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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Acacia — sourcing profile (Excipient) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/e-acacia.html