Nature Plant Extract Substance Pectin Powder in Jam

Pectin Powder in Jam

Description: 

Pectin is a carbohydrate that’s extracted from fruits, vegetables and seeds. The main use is as a gelling agent, thickening agent and stabilizer in food.

It's sold commercially as a white- to light-brown powder that’s extracted from citrus fruits.

Apples, guavas, quincc fruit, plums, oranges, other citrus fruits and pear nutrition naturally contain large amounts of pectin, while soft fruits like cherries and strawberries contain small amounts.

Application:

Pectin is commonly used in food as a gelling agent, particularly in jams and jellies. It is also used in fillings, medicines, laxatives, throat lozenges, sweets, fruit juices, milk drinks and as a source of dietary fiber.