Special Use Chemicals

Pectin (E440)

Natural plant-derived polysaccharide (E440) supplied as an off-white powder, used as a gelling, thickening and stabilising hydrocolloid in food products.

Category
Special Use Chemicals
Availability
In stock · made to order
Packaging
Sample · Drum · IBC · Bulk
Sourcing
Factory-direct, ISO-certified
Price on request Available

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  • Bulk, IBC & drums

Product description

Pectin (E440) is a structural heteropolysaccharide extracted from citrus peel and apple pomace, supplied as a cream to light-brown powder that hydrates in water. It gels in the presence of sugar and acid or with calcium ions depending on its degree of esterification.

  • Gelling agent in jams, jellies and fruit preparations
  • Thickener and stabiliser in dairy drinks and confectionery
  • Texturising hydrocolloid in bakery and beverage products

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