Karaya Gum (Noun)
Meaning
Exudate of an Asian tree; used for finishing textiles and to thicken foodstuffs and cosmetics.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The karaya gum is obtained from the sap of the Sterculia urens tree native to India and other parts of Asia.
- Karaya gum has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and as a thickening agent in various food products.
- In the textile industry, karaya gum is used as a finishing agent to give fabrics a smooth and glossy appearance.
- Some cosmetics manufacturers use karaya gum as a natural thickening agent in their products, such as lotions and creams.
- Karaya gum is also used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in certain food products, such as sauces and dressings.