What name should I list on the ingredient panel?

Use an accepted common name such as "Acacia gum" or "Gum arabic". In the EU you may also include the E-number "E414". In the US, the common or usual name is typically declared as acacia (gum arabic).

Can I label Gum Acacia as dietary fiber?

EU: acacia gum may contribute to fiber declarations according to EU rules for nutrition labelling. US: FDA actions since 2021 address acacia (gum arabic) as dietary fiber; always verify latest FDA guidance before making a fiber claim.

Do I need to state the botanical species (Senegal vs Seyal)?

Not required on the label in the EU or US. Many formulators specify species in specifications for performance reasons, not for consumer labelling.

Should I include a functional class (e.g., stabiliser, emulsifier)?

EU: when used as an additive, you can declare with functional class + specific name or E-number (e.g., stabiliser: acacia gum or stabiliser: E414). US: list by common or usual name in ingredients; functional class wording is generally not required.

E414 Labeling – Gum Acacia (Gum Arabic) in the EU and FDA (US)

Last updated: October 15, 2025 · Reading time: ~6 min · This guide is informational and does not replace legal advice.

Gum Acacia (also known as Gum Arabic, Acacia gum, INS/E-number 414) is widely used as a stabiliser, emulsifier, carrier, glazing agent and soluble fibre in foods and beverages. Below you’ll find practical, label-ready guidance for compliant ingredient naming and claims in the European Union and the United States.

At a Glance – Accepted Names & Codes

Jurisdiction	Accepted ingredient name(s)	Code / Reference	Notes
EU	“Acacia gum” or “Gum arabic”; may use functional class + name (e.g., stabiliser: acacia gum)	E-number: E414	Governed by EU food additive rules; general food information rules apply to ingredient lists.
Codex	Gum arabic (Acacia gum)	INS: 414	Listed under GSFA; used under GMP conditions.
US (FDA)	Common or usual name typically “acacia (gum arabic)” or “gum acacia”	21 CFR 184.1330	Food-grade substance with specified identity; declare by common/usual name in ingredients.

EU Labeling – Practical Guidance

Ingredient list: Declare by name (e.g., “acacia gum” or “gum arabic”). You may also declare as functional class + specific name or functional class + E-number, for example: “stabiliser: acacia gum” or “stabiliser: E414”.
E-numbers: E414 is the established EU code for Gum Acacia.
Claims & nutrition: If used for fibre enrichment, follow EU nutrition labelling rules (quantification, calculation basis and permitted nutrition/health claims).
Species: Listing Acacia senegal or Acacia seyal is not required for consumer labels (often specified in technical specs instead).

US (FDA) Labeling – Practical Guidance

Ingredient list: Use an accepted common or usual name such as “acacia (gum arabic)” or “gum acacia”.
Identity & status: See 21 CFR 184.1330 for definition of acacia (gum arabic) as a food substance; other FDA rulemakings address expanded safe uses.
Dietary fibre on Nutrition Facts: FDA actions since late 2021 address acacia (gum arabic) within the definition of dietary fiber. Always verify the latest FDA guidance before making a fibre claim and ensure analytical support for declared amounts.

Best practice: Keep a label dossier with specification (species/grade), functional class, purity criteria, and justification for any fibre declaration. Align claims with your target market’s current guidance.

Example Label Lines

Context	Example	Notes
EU – additive style	`Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Flavour, Stabiliser: Acacia Gum (E414)`	Functional class + name + E-number is acceptable; you may use name or E-number.
EU – ingredient style	`Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Gum Arabic`	When listed simply as an ingredient, name is sufficient.
US – common/usual name	`Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Acacia (Gum Arabic), Natural Flavor`	Declare by common/usual name. No E-number notation in the US.
Both – fibre positioning*	`Contains acacia gum (soluble fiber)`	*Only if compliant with local fibre rules and substantiated analytically.

FAQ – E414 Labeling

Do I have to print “E414” on EU labels?

No. You may use the name (e.g., Acacia gum/Gum arabic) or the E-number. Many brands use both for clarity.

Is species (Senegal/Seyal) mandatory on pack?

No. Species is a technical specification choice, not typically a consumer labelling requirement.

Can I claim “source of fibre” with Gum Acacia?

EU: follow nutrition claim conditions (quantified fibre per 100 g/ml/portion). US: check current FDA guidance and ensure analytical support before declaring dietary fiber on the Nutrition Facts label.

Any allergen labelling needed?

Gum Acacia is not a major allergen in EU Annex II or US FALCPA. Always verify cross-contact risk in your facility and supplier documentation.

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Explore the Gum Acacia Knowledge Hub

Learn more about the functionality, sourcing and regulatory aspects of Gum Acacia (E414) across our in-depth technical articles:

Differences Between Acacia Senegal and Acacia Seyal — composition, solubility and functional performance.
Gum Acacia in Beverages – Emulsion Stability Study — formulation ranges, homogenization and QA testing.
E414 Labeling – EU & FDA Regulations — ingredient naming, E-number usage and fiber claims.

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