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Xanthan gum
Xanthan gum by Namaste Foods provides 222 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cooking helpers category and comes in a 8 oz pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 Tbsp (9 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | 20 kcal | 336 −34% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 10 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 5.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 77.8 g | 7 g | 3% | 54.6 +43% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 19.1 −100% | |
| Dietary fiber | 77.8 g | 7 g | 25% | 7.4 +952% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 8.7 −100% |
| Salt | 6.7 g | 0.6 g | 3.9 +72% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1676 Cooking helpers products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cooking helpers
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Xanthan gum.
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 8 oz
- Serving size
- 1 Tbsp (9 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenNo GMOsNon GMO project
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0850403000400
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Xanthan gum?
Xanthan gum contains 222 kcal per 100 g and about 20 kcal per serving (1 Tbsp (9 g)).
How much sugar is in Xanthan gum?
Xanthan gum has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Xanthan gum healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Xanthan gum vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 7, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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