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Carob Gum Production Process: Peeling Methods
01 November 2026
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Locust bean gum (E410) is obtained by grinding the inner tissue of the carob kernel, called endosperm. However, it is not easy to reach this tissue; the hard and durable shell surrounding the seed must be removed without damaging the endosperm and germ. The most critical and most discussed stage of gum production is this debarkation process.
Read MoreSupply Chain in the Carob Sector: From Garden to Factory
29 October 2026
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Behind a pack of carob powder or a kilo of carob gum; There is a long chain starting from the forest or garden where the tree is located, passing through the collector, intermediary, crushing plant, gum producer and exporter. Since carob is a product largely collected from natural trees, the first links of this chain work quite differently from other fruits.
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