Tamarind kernel is one of nature
hydrocolloid source produced by plant kernel
(Glicksman, 1986). Utility of tamarind kernel
powder is not yet admitted in Indonesia. Fact is
said that TKP (Tamarind Kernel Powder) have
not been included as food supporting material in
Indonesian Healing Minister Acts
722/Menkes/PER/IX/1988. The rule is talking
about food supporting material, which is
classifying hydrocolloid in categories of
emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener