| Common Name | Aloe vera gum |
| Source | Extracted from Aloe vera leaf exudates (not the inner gel) |
| Appearance | Solid or semi-solid gum-like substance |
| Color | Yellow to brown |
| Texture | Sticky, resinous, and tacky when moist |
| Solubility | Partially soluble in water; soluble in alcohol |
| Taste | Bitter |
| Odor | Slightly pungent or herbal |
| Moisture Content | Typically low (in dried form) |
| pH Range | 4.5 to 6.0 (in solution) |
| Drying Method | Often sun-dried or oven-dried |
| Gum Type | Natural plant exudate |
| Common Use | Pharmaceutical binder, laxative, cosmetic thickener |