The confectionery market consists of chocolate, candy and gum, of which gum is the biggest part—still with huge growth potential as products become more varied.

Procter & Gamble Company in Cincinnati, Ohio recalled its Oral-B Tooth and Gum Care Alcohol Free Mouth rinse in the Philippines due to potential microbial contamination.

Guar gum derivatives are used as retention and drainage AIDS, as well as dry strength agent in the papermaking industry. The potential application in the future is pointed out.