Common Name |
Aloe vera gum |
Source |
Extracted from Aloe vera leaf exudates (not the inner gel) |
Appearance |
Solid or semi-solid gum-like substance |
Color |
Yellow to brown |
Texture |
Sticky, resinous, and tacky when moist |
Solubility |
Partially soluble in water; soluble in alcohol |
Taste |
Bitter |
Odor |
Slightly pungent or herbal |
Moisture Content |
Typically low (in dried form) |
pH Range |
4.5 to 6.0 (in solution) |
Drying Method |
Often sun-dried or oven-dried |
Gum Type |
Natural plant exudate |
Common Use |
Pharmaceutical binder, laxative, cosmetic thickener |