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Gum arabic resin tears, powdered
Acacia senegal (L.) Willd. and Acacia seyal Delile (syn. Senegalia senegal, Vachellia seyal)
Also known as: Gum arabic, acacia gum, gum acacia, E414, komi.
Gum arabic is the exudate from the stems and branches of the acacia — the species Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal — which grow in the countryside of the Sahara. The exudate hardens into droplets known as "tears" and is milled to a powder.
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Last updated: October 2026
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We work with the following courier companies to ensure fast and reliable delivery:
- ACS Courier: delivery across Greece and to Cyprus
- ACS Smart Lockers: collection from automated parcel lockers
- ELTA Courier: delivery across Greece
- Box Now: collection from automated parcel lockers
- DHL: deliveries to EU countries
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When your order is dispatched
Most products are dispatched within 1–2 business days of order confirmation. For bank transfers, the time counts from receipt of payment. If a product is temporarily out of stock, dispatch may take 3–5 business days and we will notify you promptly.
Estimated delivery times
| Destination | Delivery time | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Athens and major cities | 1–2 business days | |
| Regional areas | 1–3 business days | |
| Islands and remote areas | 2–5 business days | Subject to route schedules |
| EU countries (DHL) | usually 4–6 business days | Depending on the destination |
| Cyprus (ACS Courier) | 5–7 business days | From the departure of the ship |
Delivery times count from the day of dispatch. They are estimates and may be affected by circumstances beyond our control (strikes, adverse weather, etc.).
Delivery days
- Deliveries are made on business days (Monday–Friday).
- Saturday delivery: available on request, at an additional charge.
- Same-day delivery: available on request, at an additional charge.
- Delivery at a scheduled time: available on request, at an additional charge.
Shipping costs within Greece
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On orders over €49, shipping is free for the first 3 kg. If your parcel is heavier, you keep the free shipping and pay only for the extra weight, at €1.50 per kg.
Orders up to €49
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Tip: combine your purchases into a single order over €49 to get free shipping.
Cash on delivery
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Uncollected parcels
- ACS, ELTA: parcels are held at the courier's office for up to 7 days.
- Box Now: parcels are held in the locker for 48 hours.
- DHL (EU shipments): parcels are held at the local DHL office for a limited number of days. Please contact your local DHL office to confirm.
If you are unable to collect your parcel in time, please contact us and we will find a solution. If a parcel is returned to us without prior notice, the outbound and return shipping costs are charged to the customer. See our Returns Policy for details.
Shipping to the European Union and Cyprus
We ship to all European Union countries with DHL, from €18 (Cyprus and Malta from €20). For Cyprus you can also choose ACS Courier (from €9.60). The exact cost is shown at checkout, before you pay.
On EU orders over €200, shipping is free for the first 2 kg and you pay only for the extra weight.
Since all shipments travel within the European Union, there are no customs duties or import charges.
Full details on our International Orders — European Union page.
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- E-mail: info@yperikon.gr
- Phone: (+30) 2610 221354
- Opening hours (Greek time): Mon, Wed, Sat 9:00–14:00 · Tue, Thu, Fri 9:00–14:00 & 18:00–21:00 · Sunday closed
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Last updated: May 2026
All products, prices, and shipping terms are confirmed in your order confirmation e-mail. Payment is made before delivery and can be completed using one of the following methods:
1. CREDIT / DEBIT CARD
We accept Visa and Mastercard (credit and debit cards) with full security via Piraeus Bank / Epay. No additional charge.
• Google pay/Apple pay
• SSL encryption — your card details are never stored on our systems
• Instant order confirmation
• No additional fees
2. CASH ON DELIVERY
Pay in cash directly to the courier representative upon delivery. A service fee of €2.50 applies.
Available for deliveries within Greece only.
3. BANK TRANSFER
After placing your order, please wait for our e-mail confirmation of product availability. Then transfer the total amount to one of the following accounts:
Bank | IBAN | Account No. |
National bank | GR3201108360000083600252080 | 836 0025 2080 |
Alpha Bank | GR3901405300530002101442697 | 530002101442697 |
Eurobank | GR2002606720000990200149181 | 0026067299 0200149181 |
Piraeus | GR9401725070005507082823498 | 5507082823498 |
Bank IBAN Account No.
Εθνική Τράπεζα GR3201108360000083600252080 836 0025 2080
Alpha Bank GR3901405300530002101442697 530002101442697
Eurobank GR2002606720000990200149181 0026067299 0200149181
Πειραιώς GR9401725070005507082823498 5507082823498
Account holder: ANASTASOPULOS VASSILIOS
•No additional charge for transfers from the same bank
•Transfers from a different Greek bank may incur standard inter-bank transfer fees (e-banking)
•Transfers from a bank outside Greece: an additional fee of €4.00 applies, to be added by the buyer to the total amount transferred
•We recommend notifying us by e-mail (info@yperikon.gr) once the transfer is made, including the date and bank used — this helps us dispatch your order faster
4. IRIS PAYMENTS
You can pay instantly via IRIS using our Tax ID (AFM):
Tax ID (AFM): 104130231
IRIS Payments enables instant bank-to-bank transfers at no charge.
Note: Bank transfer and IRIS Payments are available for orders within Greece only. For EU orders, please use card payment at checkout.
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Send a message(+30) 2610 221354What it is
Gum arabic is the exudate from the stems and branches of the acacia — the species Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal — which grow in the countryside of the Sahara. The exudate hardens into droplets known as "tears" and is milled to a powder. It is a raw material: used as a thickener and emulsifier in cosmetics, confectionery and beverages, not as a herb for infusion.
Key properties
The gum is characterised as thickening, emulsifying and astringent. It dissolves in water to give a solution with body, stabilises mixtures of oil and water that would otherwise separate, and forms a thin film on the surface. It consists mainly of arabinogalactans, that is complex polysaccharides, together with glycoproteins. These polysaccharides are not digested by the human body and behave as soluble dietary fibre. In food it is listed as additive E414.
Uses
Who it is for
For anyone making cosmetic creams and emulsions who needs a natural stabiliser, for confectionery and beverages where body and texture are needed, and for anyone seeking a source of soluble fibre. Internal use is recorded as helping in cases of diarrhoea, thanks to its astringent and water-binding nature.
How it is commonly used
In cosmetics it is added to creams and emulsions as a thickening and emulsifying agent, to face masks for cohesion, and to lotions where a thin non-greasy film is wanted. In confectionery it stabilises glazes, sweets and preserves. In beverages it keeps aromatic oils dispersed so they do not separate.
Preparation and use
Dissolving
The powder is wetted gradually in lukewarm water while stirring, never all at once, so no lumps form. It is left to hydrate fully before being added to the rest of the mixture.
Indicative ratios
In cosmetic emulsions it is typically used at a low percentage of the formula, depending on the viscosity wanted; the exact ratio comes from testing in the specific formulation. In drinks and foods it is added until the desired texture is reached.
Precautions
The gum is considered well tolerated. In large amounts taken internally it causes bloating, gas and loose stools, like any soluble fibre — the amount is increased gradually and with adequate fluid intake. Because it binds water and slows absorption, leave two hours between the gum and any medication. Rare allergic reactions have been reported, mainly from inhaling the powder in occupational exposure: mix in a ventilated space and avoid inhaling. In cosmetic preparation a preservative is required, as aqueous polysaccharide solutions readily develop microbial load.
Frequently asked questions
How is the powder dissolved without lumps?
Add it gradually to lukewarm water while stirring continuously, never all at once, and let it hydrate fully before it goes into the rest of the mixture.
How does it differ from other thickeners?
Gum arabic thickens and emulsifies at the same time, that is it holds oil and water together. Most thickeners only do the first.
Is it edible?
Yes, it is listed as food additive E414 and behaves as a soluble dietary fibre. In large amounts it causes bloating and gas, like any fibre.
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