Thickener · CAS 9000-40-2 · EU E410
Locust Bean Gum
FDA status: GRAS. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Locust Bean Gum is classified GRAS by the FDA, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. Its composite safety score is 5 out of 5 (Generally Safe), and the European Union separately classifies it as approved. By tracked product count it ranks #23 of 417.
- #23 of 417 by tracked product prevalence
The verdict
Locust Bean Gum is classified GRAS by the FDA, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it. By Open Food Facts product count it sits #23 of 417 among additives with tracked product presence (94th percentile).
- 5/5
- Generally Safe
- GRAS
- FDA status
- #23 of 417
- product-prevalence rank
- 0
- state regulations
Product-footprint and regulatory snapshot
Locust Bean Gum: 1,963 tracked U.S. products (common band, #23 of 417) frame how often this additive appears on shelves.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tracked Products | 1,963 · #23 of 417 | Open Food Facts (US) |
| FDA Status | GRAS | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| E-Number | E410 | EU additive register |
| CAS Number | 9000-40-2 | CAS Registry |
| Category | Thickener | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 5 / 5 (Generally Safe) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not established | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
Values reflect official agency classifications as published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union's regulatory framework. See our methodology for scoring details.
What is Locust Bean Gum?
Natural gum from carob tree seeds.
Health Concerns
- Safe. Used for centuries.
Common Uses
Shelf-footprint peer axes
Nationwide peers for a common OFF footprint
Nearest OFF product-count peers (1,963 tracked here); safety-score column omitted on prevalence-led pages.
Nearest OFF product count to 1,963
Nearest other additives by Open Food Facts product count (floored at ≥50).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Locust Bean Gum safe to consume?
Locust Bean Gum scores 5/5 (Generally Safe). FDA status is GRAS. On the Open Food Facts U.S. sample it is a common additive (1,963 tracked products, #23 of 417), so product footprint, not just the score label, frames how widely a shopper will meet it.
What is Locust Bean Gum used for in food?
Locust Bean Gum shows up as Ice cream, cream cheese, sauces in the Thickener class, and the OFF sample puts it in the common footprint band (1,963 products).
Where does Locust Bean Gum sit among food additives PlainIngredients tracks?
Among additives with at least one tracked product, it ranks #23 of 417 by Open Food Facts product count. See /methodology#corpus-placement for the ranking bases.
What is the difference between FDA and EU regulation of Locust Bean Gum?
The FDA classifies Locust Bean Gum as "GRAS" while the EU status is "Approved" (E410). The EU often applies the precautionary principle, sometimes restricting additives that remain approved in the US.
What health concerns are associated with Locust Bean Gum?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Locust Bean Gum: Safe. Used for centuries.. These findings inform its safety score of 5/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.