Gond Katira - Tragacanth Gum

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Gum tragacanth Lump is a viscous, odorless, tasteless, water-soluble mixture of polysaccharides obtained from sap which is drained from the root of the plant and dried. The gum seeps from the plant in twisted ribbons or flakes which can be powdered.

Gond Katira or Tragacanth Gum, is a natural gum extracted from the stem and root of the species Astragalus gummifer. It is a sap like substance which is extracted from the plant, dried and then processed into a fine powder. It is used in many traditional medicines, as well as food and cosmetic products. Gond Katira has a variety of health benefits, including being an antiinflammatory, helping to reduce cholesterol, and being an antioxidant.The best quality gum is collected during April, may and june i.e in summer .During this time as the weather warmer the yield increases. The gum collected during the monsoons has low viscosity 


Country Of Origin : India

Speciality : Suitable for vegetarians & vegans, Halal

Ingredients : Dried aniseed (100%)

Storage : Keep in a cool and dry place out of direct sunlight.

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