To OPs point, it’s easier to have an inefficient reaction than an efficient one. Just surprised why some shrewd person hasn’t marketed it better.

Make your nasty market. Hmmm imagine gravy jelly and how annoying it would be. Though it makes more sense to use those popping pearls you find in boba shops. Yummy? Would you like to be customer number 2?

Hold on. What’s the most thick one can make gravy jelly? Gravy jelly babies!