Chewing and bubble gum are popular products; people of different ages love them for their flavors and taste. Gum base is the key ingredient that all brands of chewing gum and bubble gum contain though they have different flavors or packages.
The ingredient that leads to candy keeps the consistency and allows the addition of other ingredients such as liquid glucose, sugar, and flavor to create a pleasant taste experience and let the end product have its shape and form as a gum base.
In the following article, we will talk about how gum base manufacturers ensure the quality and consistency of their products, from raw materials to finished goods.
The beginning of the quality of gum base is the raw materials used to produce it.
Most gum base manufacturers select qualified suppliers of raw materials strictly. The selection of raw material suppliers that meet the standard ensures the quality of the gum base before the raw materials are used in the production process.
How do gum base manufacturers ensure the quality of raw materials through testing? Testing can help to identify any potential issues with the raw materials, such as impurities or inconsistencies in composition, that could affect the quality of the finished gum base.
Many tests can be performed on raw materials used in gum base production, including Viscosity testing. Viscosity measures how thick or thin the material is and can impact the mixing and processing of raw materials. The other testing method is moisture content testing. Moisture content can impact the shelf life of the finished gum product, so it's essential to ensure that the raw materials are at the appropriate moisture level.
The second step is process control.
Once the raw materials have been tested and approved for use, the gum base production process begins. During this process, based on a certain formula of different models of gum base, it is critical to maintaining tight control over the process variables to ensure that each batch of gum base meets the desired quality standards. One way to achieve this is through automated control systems that monitor and adjust the temperature, mixing speed, and other parameters during production. Most of the gum base production process may need warming the raw materials at a controlled temperature before mixing them with certain formulas and using a machine to produce it, then cooling the mass to a standard temperature before packing. By using automated control systems to adjust the temperature and mixing speed, manufacturers can ensure that each batch of gum base can meet the quality requirements in texture, color, and other key characteristics.
Another method is quality control testing. Once the gum base has been produced, it undergoes quality control tests to meet specific quality and safety standards. These tests can vary depending on the manufacturer and the product being produced. Still, some common tests include PH testing: PH is a measure of acidity or alkalinity and can impact the flavor and texture of the finished gum product. Water content testing: the content of water can impact the shelf life and texture of the finished gum product as well. Microbiological testing ensures the gum base is free of harmful bacteria or other microorganisms that could cause illness. Another important test is the metal detection test; all gum bases before packaging also need a test, that is, a metal detection test. Each piece of gum base to be packaged needs to be tested by a metal detector to detect whether there is any residual metal.
In addition to these tests, manufacturers may perform sensory testing to ensure that the gum base has the desired texture, shape, and color. Sensory testing can involve a panel of trained testers who evaluate the gum base based on specific criteria, such as measurement of each piece of gum base, flavor intensity, and aftertaste.
Another important aspect of ensuring the quality and consistency of gum base is traceability. Traceability is tracking a product through every stage of the production process, from raw materials to finished goods. By implementing a traceability system, manufacturers can quickly identify any issues or defects in the production process and take corrective action. For example, suppose a batch of gum bases fails a quality control test. In that case, manufacturers can use traceability data to identify the source of the issue. They can find the reason and solve it very fast and easily; it also will be a good lesson for them to pay attention to the future production of the gum base.
From the above article, each gum base factory has its own set of quality inspection standards to ensure the quality and consistency of the gum base. Our factory, since its establishment of the factory more than 15 years, also has very strict quality control procedures; we always uphold to provide our customers with high-quality gum base; welcome to contact us to get information about how to select or use gum base.
Author: Wuxi Gum Base
Publication Date: 3/29/2023
