| abstract |
The present invention provides a method for efficiently increasing the emulsifying power of gum arabic, in other words, a method for producing gum arabic excellent in emulsifying power. Provided is a method of obtaining gum arabic modified so as to have a higher emulsifying power, without the problems of forming a candy-like lump or adhering to a container, and the inconvenience of extremely drying or burning. This method can be carried out by subjecting gum arabic (raw material) to heat treatment under dry conditions, preferably under conditions where the loss on drying is 3% or less. |