Texture consistency
Keeps the product looking and feeling the same from can to can.
Application
Locust Bean Gum for Pet Food
LBG binds moisture and improves texture consistency in wet and semi-moist pet food, supporting palatability and product appearance.
Wet and semi-moist pet food formulations need a texture that reads as appealing on the shelf and in the bowl, which usually comes down to how well the gravy or sauce component holds together rather than separating into liquid and solids.
The Challenge
Wet pet food formulations need consistent texture, binding and gravy stability that appeals to both pets and owners.
The LBG Solution
LBG binds moisture and improves texture consistency in wet and semi-moist pet food, supporting palatability and product appearance.
Technical Benefits
Improved binding
Holds solid and liquid components together rather than letting them separate.
Gravy and sauce stability
Prevents the thin, watery separation that shows up in lower-quality wet food.
Natural ingredient positioning
Supports premium, natural-ingredient product positioning on pack.
Recommended Dosage & Grade
0.2% – 0.7%Recommended dosage range
A-02 for cost-efficient binding at scale.Grade recommendation
Formulation Considerations
A-02 is the standard recommendation for cost-efficient binding at the volumes typical in pet food manufacturing. Dosage generally runs higher than in human food applications, reflecting the different texture expectations of wet pet food.
Frequently Asked Questions: LBG in Pet Food
Is LBG safe to use in pet food?
Yes, it's a widely used natural binder in wet and semi-moist pet food, valued for texture as much as anything else.
What does LBG actually do in a can of wet pet food?
It keeps the gravy or sauce from separating and gives the product a more consistent texture scoop to scoop.
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