Xanthan gum is derived from Xanthomonas campestris (a plant bacteria). Xanthan Gum is produced by the fermentation of glucose derived from non-GMO corn and soy, by the Xanthomonas campestris bacterium. After fermentation, the polysaccharide is precipitated from a growth medium with natural alcohol, dried, and ground into a fine powder. Sustainably grown and processed.