Best Healthy Konjac Gum Glucomannan Powder CAS 37220-17-0 for Low Calorie Food and Functional Beverage Manufacturers, Factory

Konjac gum often referred to as Konjac Glucomannan (KGM), is derived from the tubers of the Konjac plant (Amorphophallus konjac) . Konjac gum is water-soluble dietary fiber with Glucomannan as its primary active component .
Konjac gum possesses exceptionally high viscosity, ranking it among the most viscous natural food gums discovered .

Product Description

Product Specification

Konjac Gum Powder Technical Data Sheet
Sense Index
Appearance White powder
Odor & Taste Characteristic
Physical-chemical Index
Spec Glucomannan 95% / SO2 less than 10ppm / viscosity 10000-30000mpas
Particle Size 98% pass 80 mesh
Loss on drying 5% Max
Ash 5% Max
Heavy metals 10ppm Max
Lead 2ppm Max
Arsenic 2ppm Max
Mercury 0.1ppm Max
Cadmium 1ppm Max
Hygienic Index
Total plate count 5,000cfu/g Max
Mold & yeast 100cfu/g Max
Enterobacteriae 10cfu/g Max
E.Coli Absent in 10g
Salmonella Absent in 25g
Statements: Non-Irradiated, Non-GMO
Packaging: 1kg/aluminium foil bag, 25kg/drum (37*37*50cm).
Shelf Life: 24 months stored in original packaging away from the light, and under the optimal temperature 10~25℃.

Function of Konjac Gum Glucomannan

As an excellent source of soluble dietary fiber, konjac gum offers multiple health benefits:

Weight Management and Satiety
Konjac Glucomannan (KGM) is very low in calories and has strong water-absorbing properties, expanding 80-100 times in volume after absorbing water. It can expand 20-100 times in the stomach upon absorbing gastric juices, creating a feeling of fullness and helping to reduce food intake.
Promoting Intestinal Health and Relieving Constipation
Konjac gum can promote intestinal peristalsis, soften fecal matter, and effectively prevent constipation, colon cancer, and rectal cancer. Its rich plant fiber helps activate bowel function and speed up the excretion of harmful toxins from the body.
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Konjac Glucomannan
Regulating Blood Sugar and Lipids
Konjac gum can reduce the absorption of sugars in the intestines, helping to lower postprandial blood glucose levels. It also lowers cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, aiding in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
Other Health Effects
Konjac gum has certain blood lipid-lowering effects. During digestion, konjac gum can form a film that coats the intestinal wall, potentially hindering the absorption of harmful substances, including carcinogens, thus offering a protective effect against cancer. Konjac gum contains various minerals. Experiments have shown that the calcium in konjac-based foods can be easily dissolved and released in the acidic environment of gastric juice, facilitating absorption by the body and serving as a calcium supplement.

Application Area of Konjac Gum Glucomannan

Due to its unique physicochemical properties, konjac gum finds extensive applications in various fields:

Food Industry
Konjac gum is used as a thickener and stabilizer in jellies, jams, fruit juices, ice cream, and other cold drinks. It serves as a gelling agent in the production of konjac tofu and imitation foods (such as vegetarian shrimp, vegetarian kidney). As a binding agent, it is added to noodles, meatballs, and sausages to enhance texture and improve consistency.
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Health and Pharmaceutical Fields
Konjac gum can be directly used in producing weight loss health foods. Its extracts can be formulated into drugs for lowering blood lipids, blood sugar, and relieving constipation. Specially treated Konjac Glucomannan gel can also be used for hemostasis and promoting wound healing.
Industrial and Other Fields
In agriculture, konjac gum can be used for coating and preserving fruits and vegetables, and as a binder in aquatic feed. In the cosmetics industry, konjac gum acts as an additive in creams and shampoos. In the petroleum industry, it is used as a drilling mud treatment agent. In the textile industry, konjac gum is utilized as a sizing agent and printing paste.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main specifications of your Konjac Gum Powder?

Our Konjac Gum Powder features a Glucomannan content of 95%, with SO2 levels under 10ppm, and a viscosity rating between 10,000 to 30,000 mpas. It is Non-Irradiated and Non-GMO.

How does Konjac Glucomannan assist with weight management?

Glucomannan has strong water-absorbing properties and expands 80-100 times in volume after absorbing water. When inside the stomach, it expands 20-100 times upon absorbing gastric juices, which naturally creates a feeling of satiety and helps reduce food intake.

What are the digestive health benefits of Konjac Gum?

It effectively promotes intestinal peristalsis, softens fecal matter, activates overall bowel function, and speeds up the excretion of harmful toxins, helping to prevent constipation and support general colon health.

Can Konjac Gum help regulate blood sugar and lipids?

Yes. Konjac gum reduces the absorption rate of sugars in the intestines, helping to lower postprandial blood glucose levels. Additionally, it helps lower blood cholesterol and triglycerides, supporting cardiovascular health.

What are the common applications of Konjac Gum in the food industry?

It is widely used as a thickener and stabilizer in jellies, jams, juices, and ice creams. It also serves as a gelling agent for konjac tofu and vegetarian imitation foods, and as a binder in noodles and sausages to improve texture.

What is the shelf life and storage recommendation for Konjac Gum Powder?

The product has a shelf life of 24 months. It should be stored in its original packaging away from direct light, under optimal dry conditions at temperatures between 10℃ and 25℃.

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