TARA
DERIVATIVES
TARA: A NATIVE PRODUCT OF PERU
The tara tree (Caesalpinia spinosa) is native to the Andes of Peru. Its pods and seeds are a natural source of tannins and vegetable gum with applications in the food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and leather industries.
Tara Powder
High-Quality Natural Tannins
A 100% natural product obtained by milling dried tara pods. Rich in pyrogallol tannins, it is highly valued for its purity, light color, and strong tanning properties.
Properties
- Minimum tannin content: 52%
- Excellent thermal and light stability
- Compatible with soft finishes and light tones
- Free of additives and heavy metals
Applications
- Vegetable tanning: eco-friendly alternative to chromium.
- Pharmaceuticals: base for gallic acid and tannic acid.
- Food and beverages: tannins for wines and beers.
Tara Gum
High-Performance Natural Thickener
A natural hydrocolloid extracted from the endosperm of tara seeds, highly soluble, neutral in taste and odor, ideal as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier.
Key benefits
- High thermal stability
- Moderate pH and synergistic functionality with other hydrocolloids like carrageenan and xanthan gum
Properties
- Rich in galactomannans
- Excellent cold viscosity
- Stable during freezing and thawing
- Compatible with low-fat or fat-free systems
Applications
- Food industry: ice creams, dressings, juices, gluten-free bread
- Cosmetics: creams and softening products