Karaya Gum
Synonyms
Gum Karaya
Gum, Karaya
Indian Tragacanth
Karaya gum
Karaya, Gum
Tragacanth, Indian
Polysaccharide gum from Sterculia urens (STERCULIA). It is used as a suspending or stabilizing agent in foods, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals; a bulk-forming laxative; a surgical lubricant and adhesive; and in the treatment of skin ulcers.