 Gum Base
 The substance known as "gum base" is a compound formed from elastomers, resins and waxes, which are used in combination with other ingredients to produce chewing gum. In general, waxes used to formulate gum base are hard and with a high melting point. The use of microcrystalline waxes is common for this type of applications, as well as that of natural Candelilla wax or synthetic waxes.
The type and amount of wax utilized in chewing gum formulations depend on three essential characteristics, which are significantly improved by the wax presence in the blend:
- Plasticity.
- Consistency- hardness or softness.
- Appearance- brilliance.
Gum base formulations can be used in both conventional chewing gum and in bubble gum applications. In case of bubble gum formulations, gum base contains high percentages of polymers, gums and waxes with a higher molecular weight (microcrystalline). These components provide a greater elasticity to the gum base, which enable the formation of the typical bubbles that characterize bubble gum.
Multiceras has forged a wide experience in the development and formulation of waxes for the chewing gum industry. In Mexico the company maintains and excellent reputation in this application, as one of the most consistent and reliable suppliers for the leading companies in this industry.
Application Table for Gum Base
Code |
Product |
Melting Point |
Specification |
Remarks |
2001 |
Microcrystalline Wax |
178-189 ºF |
CFR 21-172-886 |
Product with semi-plastic characteristics, which provides a greater hardness to the gum base. |
2017 |
Microcrystalline Wax |
162-172 ºF |
CFR 21-172-886 |
Product with semi-plastic characteristics, which provides a greater hardness to the gum base. |
7806 |
Light-S Candelilla REAL®
|
156-163 ºF |
FCC Regulations |
Natural product in powder form, applied as a shining agent in the candied process for chewing gum and sweets. It is classified as a GRAS- Generally Recognized as Safe- product. |
7826 |
Micronized Candelilla REAL®
|
156-163 ºF |
FCC Regulations |
Natural micronized product, applied as a shining agent in the candied process for chewing gum and sweets. It is classified as a GRAS- Generally Recognized as Safe- product. |
7833 |
Refined Candelilla REAL® |
156-163 ºF |
FCC Regulations |
Natural product, classified as a GRAS- Generally Recognized as Safe- product, utilized to adjust the gum base hardness. |
Notes:
Melting point is determined by the USP 741 Class II method for 7806, 7826 and 7833 waxes. By means of the ASTM D127 method for 2001 and 2017 waxes.
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