Cellulose gum (carboxymethyl cellulose) – Akucell® is a food-grade cellulose gum offered by Nouryon. Cellulose gum is an additive that is approved for use in any kind of processed food formulations and has a wide range of applications as a viscosity modifier or thickener. In food formulations, food-grade cellulose gum – Akucell® significantly enhances quality by acting as a thickener and stabilizer.