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Gum Arabic Prices, Demand and Supply Overview
In the United States, the highest-cost reporting region, Gum Arabic prices rose just under 3.4% in Q3 2026, moving from just above USD 5,650/MT in Q2 to roughly USD 5,840/MT in Q3, and it was conflict related supply disruption in Sudan and strong buying by beverage and confectionery makers that most plausibly shaped the move. Across the tracked regions, the global average rose from close to USD 4,975/MT in Q2 to about USD 5,145/MT in Q3, a gain of near 3.4%. For Q4 2026, a global average of just under USD 4,940 to 5,510/MT is expected, with Sudanese supply, harvest conditions, and beverage emulsion demand guiding the range.
Gum arabic, also called acacia gum, is the dried sap of Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal trees, and it is a natural, water soluble polysaccharide and protein complex that is sold raw, as kibbled gum, and as spray dried powder. It is used as an emulsifier and stabiliser in soft drink flavour emulsions, as a binder in confectionery, in pharmaceuticals, inks, and cosmetics, and as a fibre ingredient, with food and beverage uses taking the largest share of demand. Harvest conditions, conflict and transport in producer countries, beverage and confectionery demand, processing costs, and freight rates all feed into the price.
Gum Arabic Price Forecast for 2026
The balance of supply and demand for gum arabic through the end of 2026 leans firm. Sudan remains the dominant supplier, and conflict has disrupted collection and transport. Local hashab prices at crop markets have climbed in nominal terms, and buyers are looking to build safety stock.
The main upside risk is a further escalation of conflict or a poor tapping season that tightens supply and lifts prices above the forecast range. The main downside risk is improved access to Sudanese supply together with weaker beverage demand, which would pull prices below the forecast.
| Region | 2026 Price Range (USD/MT) | Outlook |
| Global Average | 4,940 - 5,510 | Supply disruption guides the range |
| Sudan | 4,220 - 4,710 | Origin premium holds a high level |
| Senegal | 4,420 - 4,920 | Alternative origins hold a firm level |
| Germany | 5,510 - 6,140 | Processing and freight costs hold a premium |
| United States | 5,610 - 6,250 | Import and handling costs hold the top |
For the Quarter Ending September 2026
Gum Arabic Prices Q3 2026:
- Sudan: USD 4,400/MT
- Senegal: USD 4,600/MT
- Germany: USD 5,740/MT
- United States: USD 5,840/MT
Gum Arabic Prices in Sudan
The Sudan market for Gum Arabic closed Q3 2026 on an average of just under USD 4,400/MT, a gain of roughly 3.5% on just above USD 4,250/MT in Q2 2026. What carried the move was conflict related disruption in Sudan, while tight availability of hashab grade kept buying interest alive.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q3 2026 in Sudan?
The quarter turned on Higher transport costs from Kordofan to port, with restocking by confectionery makers arriving at almost the same moment. The largest producer sets the origin price for hashab gum, which is affected by conflict and transport limits. Together they carried the Sudan average to just under USD 4,400/MT.
Gum Arabic Prices in Senegal
Gum Arabic in Senegal averaged close to USD 4,600/MT through Q3 2026, rising near 3.4% from about USD 4,450/MT the quarter before. It appears that tight availability of hashab grade set the tone, and strong orders from beverage emulsion makers helped the gains hold.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q3 2026 in Senegal?
Buyers in Senegal responded to Restocking by confectionery makers, which might have been the reason that higher freight costs on bagged cargo found a ready audience. The average for the quarter came to close to USD 4,600/MT.
Gum Arabic Prices in Germany
In Germany, the Gum Arabic price moved to just under USD 5,740/MT in Q3 2026, a rise of roughly 3.4% from just above USD 5,550/MT in Q2 2026. The quarter was shaped largely by strong orders from beverage emulsion makers, and higher transport costs from Kordofan to port met little resistance.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q3 2026 in Germany?
Higher freight costs on bagged cargo lifted buying across the quarter, and what also helped was conflict related disruption in Sudan. When the two forces came together, they pushed the Germany price to just under USD 5,740/MT.
Gum Arabic Prices in United States
The United States Gum Arabic prices averaged close to USD 5,840/MT in Q3 2026, up near 3.4% from about USD 5,650/MT in Q2 2026. It was higher transport costs from Kordofan to port that did most of the lifting, with restocking by confectionery makers adding support.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q3 2026 in United States?
The quarter turned on Conflict related disruption in Sudan, with tight availability of hashab grade arriving at almost the same moment. Imports for beverage emulsions and confectionery carry freight and processing costs, which keeps the American price the highest. Together they carried the United States average to close to USD 5,840/MT.
For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Gum Arabic Prices Q2 2026:
- Sudan: USD 4,250/MT
- Senegal: USD 4,450/MT
- Germany: USD 5,550/MT
- United States: USD 5,650/MT
Gum Arabic Prices in Sudan
In Sudan, the Gum Arabic price moved to just under USD 4,250/MT in Q2 2026, a rise of roughly 3.7% from just above USD 4,100/MT in Q1 2026. The quarter was shaped largely by strong orders from beverage emulsion makers, and higher transport costs from Kordofan to port met little resistance.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q2 2026 in Sudan?
Buyers in Sudan responded to Higher freight costs on bagged cargo, which might have been the reason that conflict related disruption in Sudan found a ready audience. The average for the quarter came to just under USD 4,250/MT.
Gum Arabic Prices in Senegal
Senegal Gum Arabic prices averaged close to USD 4,450/MT in Q2 2026, up near 3.5% from about USD 4,300/MT in Q1 2026. It was higher transport costs from Kordofan to port that did most of the lifting, with restocking by confectionery makers adding support.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q2 2026 in Senegal?
Conflict related disruption in Sudan lifted buying across the quarter, and what also helped was tight availability of hashab grade. When the two forces came together, they pushed the Senegal price to close to USD 4,450/MT.
Gum Arabic Prices in Germany
The Germany market for Gum Arabic closed Q2 2026 on an average of just under USD 5,550/MT, a gain of roughly 2.8% on just above USD 5,400/MT in Q1 2026. What carried the move was restocking by confectionery makers, while higher freight costs on bagged cargo kept buying interest alive.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q2 2026 in Germany?
The quarter turned on Tight availability of hashab grade, with strong orders from beverage emulsion makers arriving at almost the same moment. Europe is a major processing and import hub, with freight, cleaning, and spray drying costs adding to the price. Together they carried the Germany average to just under USD 5,550/MT.
Gum Arabic Prices in United States
Gum Arabic in the United States averaged close to USD 5,650/MT through Q2 2026, rising near 2.7% from about USD 5,500/MT the quarter before. It appears that higher freight costs on bagged cargo set the tone, and conflict related disruption in Sudan helped the gains hold.
Why did the price of Gum Arabic change in Q2 2026 in United States?
Buyers in the United States responded to Strong orders from beverage emulsion makers, which might have been the reason that higher transport costs from Kordofan to port found a ready audience. The average for the quarter came to close to USD 5,650/MT.
Quarterly Gum Arabic Price Trends
A closer look shows, the global Gum Arabic average opened the window at just above USD 4,225/MT in Q2 2025, moved to roughly USD 4,425/MT in Q3 and close to USD 4,625/MT in Q4, then firmed to about USD 4,825/MT in Q1 2026, firmed to near USD 4,975/MT in Q2 and firmed to just under USD 5,145/MT in Q3 2026, a net gain of just above 21.8% over the window. Sudanese supply, harvest conditions, and beverage emulsion demand drove the overall price pattern.
| Quarter | Price (USD/MT) | QoQ Change | Direction |
| Q3 2026 | 5,145 | +3.4% | ↑ Rising |
| Q2 2026 | 4,975 | +3.1% | ↑ Rising |
| Q1 2026 | 4,825 | +4.3% | ↑ Rising |
| Q4 2025 | 4,625 | +4.5% | ↑ Rising |
| Q3 2025 | 4,425 | +4.7% | ↑ Rising |
| Q4 2026 | In Progress | - | - In Progress |
What was Gum Arabic Price in 2025?
Gum arabic prices rose steadily through 2025 as conflict in Sudan disrupted collection and transport. The global average rose from roughly USD 4,025/MT in Q1 2025 to close to USD 4,625/MT by Q4, a full-year gain of about 14.9%.
Gum Arabic Prices in Sudan in 2025
Sudan prices rose from near USD 3,300/MT in Q1 2025 to just under USD 3,900/MT by Q4, a gain of just above 18.2%. It was conflict related disruption, higher transport costs, and strong buying by exporters that shaped the year.
Gum Arabic Prices in Senegal in 2025
Senegal prices rose from near USD 3,500/MT in Q1 2025 to just under USD 4,100/MT by Q4, a gain of just above 17.1%. It was limited supply and strong demand for alternative origins that shaped the year.
Gum Arabic Prices in Germany in 2025
Germany prices rose from near USD 4,600/MT in Q1 2025 to just under USD 5,200/MT by Q4, a gain of just above 13.0%. It was higher origin costs and steady demand from beverage and confectionery makers that shaped the year.
Gum Arabic Prices in United States in 2025
The United States prices rose from near USD 4,700/MT in Q1 2025 to just under USD 5,300/MT by Q4, a gain of just above 12.8%. It was higher origin costs and firm demand from beverage and confectionery makers that shaped the year.
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Food and beverage uses take the largest share. Gum arabic emulsifies flavour oils in soft drinks and binds confectionery, and it also serves pharmaceuticals, inks, and cosmetics.
The Q3 2026 average was near USD 4,400/MT in Sudan, just under USD 4,600/MT in Senegal, just above USD 5,740/MT in Germany, and roughly USD 5,840/MT in the United States. The United States carried the highest cost, on import and processing costs.
The global average rose from close to USD 4,975/MT in Q2 to about USD 5,145/MT in Q3 2026, a gain of near 3.4%. Conflict related supply disruption and strong buying by beverage and confectionery makers drove the quarterly gain.
Collection and transport in Sudan stayed disrupted, hashab grade stayed tight, and beverage emulsion makers kept buying. Exporters raised prices in small steps.
The global average is expected between just under USD 4,940 and USD 5,510/MT for Q4 2026. Sudanese supply, harvest conditions, and beverage emulsion demand are expected to guide the range, with a stable to firm bias.
The United States and Germany hold the premium on import and processing costs, Senegal holds a firm origin premium, and Sudan prices lowest as the main origin.
The data is refreshed every month, and the Expert Market Research team can provide live pricing on request.
Prices respond mainly to harvest conditions, conflict and transport in producer countries, beverage demand, processing costs, and freight rates.
Sudan leads production, followed by Chad, Nigeria, Senegal, and other countries of the Sahel belt.
Buyers can use quarterly trends to time contracts, hold extra safety stock, and qualify alternative origins while Sudanese supply remains uncertain.
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