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Additive · Thickener

Locust bean gum (E410)

Locust bean gum (E410) is a thickener that Digestoa rates as low concern — it's considered safe at the levels used in food.

Digestoa riskLow risk
TypeThickener
Found insauces, dressings, dairy and plant-based products, soups and desserts

What is Locust bean gum?

Locust bean gum (E410) is a thickener — used to thicken and stabilise texture.

Is Locust bean gum bad for you?

Locust bean gum is permitted in food and Digestoa rates it as low concern. There's no strong evidence it causes harm at the levels typically used in food.

What foods contain Locust bean gum?

Sauces, dressings, dairy and plant-based products, soups and desserts.

Digestoa's take

You don't need to avoid Locust bean gum. It's one of the more benign things on an ingredients list — worth knowing, not worth worrying about.

Safer swaps

Look for products thickened with pectin (E440) or with simpler ingredient lists.

Frequently asked questions

Is E410 the same as Locust bean gum?
Yes — E410 is the international additive (E-number) code for Locust bean gum.
Is Locust bean gum bad for you?
Digestoa rates Locust bean gum (E410) as low concern. It's permitted in food and considered safe at normal dietary levels.
What are the side effects of Locust bean gum?
No significant side effects are associated with Locust bean gum at the levels used in food.
What foods contain Locust bean gum?
Sauces, dressings, dairy and plant-based products, soups and desserts.
How can I avoid Locust bean gum?
Check the ingredients list for "Locust bean gum" or "E410", or scan the product with Digestoa to see if it's present before you buy.

Related thickener additives

Carrageenan (E407)Guar gum (E412)Xanthan gum (E415)Acacia gum (E414)Pectin (E440)

Risk ratings reflect Digestoa's editorial assessment synthesising EFSA/IARC opinions and peer-reviewed research. Informational only — not medical advice.