Tragacanth

**Definition:** Powdered exudate from Astragalus gummifer and related plants. It forms gelatinous mass in water. Tragacanth is used as suspending agent, excipient or emulsifier in foods, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It has also been used as a bulk-forming laxative.

**Tree numbers:** - D05.750.078.739.750 - D09.698.700.750 - D20.215.721.249.750

**Synonyms:** - Gum Tragacanth