Citri-Fi® Pro citrus fiber labeling options include citrus fiber, dried citrus pulp or citrus flour which all resonate well in the clean label and natural markets.

There are short-term solutions including diversifying sourcing countries, strengthening ethical sourcing and traceability, creating supply chain buffers, or seeking out functional alternatives such as Citri-Fi® Pro citrus fiber.

This all-natural citrus fiber provides similar benefits to acacia gum when used in beverages including emulsion stability, texture improvement and natural mouthfeel. Citri-Fi Pro citrus fiber is 50x more efficient replacing up to 75% acacia gum or modified food starch.

Verifying that sourced acacia gum is conflict-free is challenging due to the lack of transparency. However, companies can invest in third-party ethical certifications like Fair for Life or SEDEX. But to be 100% certain that your ingredients are responsibly sourced the best solution is to find an acacia gum alternative or acacia gum replacement like citrus fiber.

Citri-Fi® Pro is responsibly sourced and can replace up to 75% of acacia gum or modified starch while maintaining superior performance in beverage emulsions.

Yes, acacia gum is recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a dietary fiber for nutritional labeling purposes.

Citri-Fi® Pro citrus fiber is also recognized as a dietary fiber by the FDA. This natural ingredient contributes fiber to the food labeling.

Acacia gum is considered clean label in beverages due to its natural origin, minimal processing and multi-functional performance.

Citri-Fi® Pro citrus fiber is also considered clean label in addition to being sustainably sourced. This all-natural citrus fiber is derived from byproduct of the citrus juicing industry and uses a process free from chemical modifications. Labeling options include citrus fiber, dried citrus pulp or citrus flour which resonate well in the natural markets.

Citri-Fi® Pro citrus fiber is the best functional substitute if acacia gum supply runs out. This natural citrus fiber provides similar performance to acacia gum in beverage emulsions.

Though modified food starches are a functional alternative, they are not the preferred choice due to consumers demand for more clean and natural food ingredients.

There are several risks when sourcing acacia gum including social risk involving conflict financing and abuse of humanitarian rights. Acacia gum sourcing could also run environmental risks such as effects to climate and biodiversity. Additionally, acacia gum sourcing could be linked to governance risks like lack of transparency and corruption.

Citri-Fi® Pro citrus fiber, an acacia gum alterative for beverage emulsions, is produced from byproduct of the citrus juicing process making this renewable material upcycled and sustainable. Citri-Fi Pro's supply chain is transparent and conflict-free.