Asafoetida Gum (Hing Gum)

Ferula assa-foetida L.

CAS: 9000-04-8
EINECS : 289-863-4
FEMA : 2108

Asafoetida Gum Product Details

Asafoetida Gum (Hing Gum) is a natural gum oleoresin derived from the roots of Ferula assafoetida L., recognized for its powerful sulfurous profile often described between leek and onion. Selected and processed as a traditional spice and aromatic raw material, it is used in flavour systems and in niche aromatic formulations where its distinctive character is required. Each lot is identity-checked and consistency-verified, with CoA/SDS available upon request. Suitable for flavour use and aromatic applications—subject to customer specifications and applicable regulations.

Classification	Group	SPICES
Olfactory profile	Odor profile	The dried oleoresin of the taproot of the herb known as Ferula with an odor profile between leek and onion.
Process	Processing note	The oleo-gum-resin is collected, cleaned and graded. Product suitability and documentation are confirmed per batch and intended market.
Documentation & suitability	Organic, Halal & traceability	Organic and Halal product. Every commercial batch is fully traceable; supporting documentation is available on request.
Documentation & suitability	Certificate of Analysis	The applicable COA is available for the specified product and lot.
Documentation & suitability	Safety Data Sheet	The applicable SDS is available for the specified product and destination market.
Documentation & suitability	Origin information	Origin information is provided for the specific product and batch in the applicable documentation.
Documentation & suitability	Intended-use assessment	Suitability for the intended application and destination market must be evaluated case by case.

Identity	Product	Asafoetida Gum (Hing Gum)
Botanical	Original plant	Ferula assafoetida L.
Botanical	Part of the plant used	Gum resin from the roots
Regulatory IDs	CAS	9000-04-8
Regulatory IDs	EINECS	289-863-4
Regulatory IDs	FEMA	2108
Customs	Tariff number	3301294900
Description	Material description (from intro)	Dried latex (gum oleoresin) derived from Ferula roots; known for a pungent aroma that transforms into a mild leek/onion-like flavor when cooked.
Composition	Typical composition (as stated)	≈40–64% resin; ≈25% endogenous gum; ≈10–17% volatile oil; ≈1.5–10% ash.
Composition	Resin constituents (as stated)	Asaresinotannols A and B; ferulic acid; other unidentified substances.
Composition	Volatile oil note (as stated)	Rich in organosulfide compounds responsible for the distinctive aroma/flavor.
Applications	Food industry	Spice and flavoring agent; used in stews, soups, pickles, and other Indian/Asian dishes.
Documentation & suitability	Intended-use assessment	No therapeutic or efficacy claim is made on this page; suitability for the intended application must be evaluated case by case.
Applications	Fragrance industry	Component in perfumes/aromatic blends; the page cites examples such as Ma Griffe and Premier Figuier.
Documentation & suitability	Destination-market review	The customer is responsible for confirming product classification and permitted use in the destination market.
Documentation & suitability	Technical documentation	Applicable product- and lot-specific COA, SDS and origin information are provided according to availability and intended market.