Tylose Powder (High Grade CMC) 55g

Tylose Powder — also known as CMC (Carboxymethylcellulose) — is an essential cake decorating ingredient for anyone who works with fondant or sugar flowers. Kneaded into fondant, it transforms it into a firm-drying gum paste that holds its shape beautifully, making it ideal for figurines, 3D decorations and wired sugar flowers. Dissolved in warm water, it creates a smooth, reliable edible glue without the need for commercial adhesives.

Key Details

• Weight: 55g
• Brand: Over The Top
• Also known as: CMC, Carboxymethylcellulose, gum tragacanth substitute
• Usage rate (gum paste): 1–2 tsp per 453g fondant (increase to 3 tsp in humid climates)
• Usage rate (edible glue): ½ tsp dissolved in 1 tbsp warm water

Best For

• Making fondant figurines, animals and 3D cake decorations
• Creating wired sugar flowers that need to hold their shape
• Making edible glue as a food-safe adhesive for decorations
• Stiffening fondant for intricate work in humid Australian conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between tylose powder and gum paste?

Tylose powder is an additive — you knead it into fondant to create gum paste. Ready-made gum paste already contains CMC or similar additives and dries hard without any preparation. Using tylose powder gives you control over the stiffness and working time of your paste, which is useful for different project types.

Can I use tylose powder instead of gum tragacanth?

Yes — tylose powder (CMC) is a direct substitute for gum tragacanth in most applications. It is more consistent in quality, more affordable, and widely available. Use the same quantity as you would gum tragacanth in your recipe.

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