Tamarindus indica seed gum

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Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginNative to India, West Africa. Derived from tamarind tree seeds (Tamarindus indica) native to India and West Africa, belonging to the Fabaceae legume family. Extracted through mechanical separation and processing of seed endosperm, then dried and ground into a fine powder.
Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum is the gum obtained from the seeds of the Tamarind, Tamarindus indica L., Leguminosae
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
84961-62-6
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Brightens Skin
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.05–0.3%
Rinse-off0.01–0.25%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2013 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR