The product has a wide range of properties used in food production, including a wide range of low-fat products. Peruvian carob has excellent thickening and viscosity-improving properties. It can be found in products such as spices, sauces, dressings, jellies, jams, fruit fillings, milk-based desserts, puddings, ice creams and yoghurts. It also improves the consistency of meat products such as sausages, frankfurters, cooked hams, hot dogs and hamburgers. In the bakery sector, tara gum prolongs freshness and maintains moisture in gluten-free bread, buns, cakes and baked goods.

Tara gum properties improve texture and moisture retention, which is why it is also used in the production of feed for farm animals and pets. It has been proven that in poultry and cattle feeding this product supports growth and prevents diseases.

In the cosmetics industry, tara gum is used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in toothpastes, creams and skin care gels. It also has excellent moisturizing properties, used in body creams, face masks and lotions. This product acts as a thickener and improves consistency in exfoliating scrubs and face gels. Tara gum is also used in the pharmaceutical and paper industries.