Product Benefits
- Natural Plant Origin: Pectin is derived from fruits, making it a natural and plant-based ingredient that aligns with consumer preferences for clean label products.
- Gelling and Thickening Agent: It is an exceptional gelling agent, creating a gel-like consistency in various food products, including jams, jellies, and fruit preserves.
- Stabilizing Properties: Pectin enhances the stability of food and beverage products, preventing phase separation and maintaining desired textures.
- Nutritional Value: It is a source of dietary fiber, contributing to the nutritional profile of products it is used in.
Product Applications
- Fruit-Based Products: Pectin is a key ingredient in the production of fruit-based products such as jams, jellies, marmalades, and fruit fillings, creating the desired gel-like texture.
- Bakery and Confectionery: It is used in bakery and confectionery products, including fruit-filled pastries and gummy candies, providing a consistent and stable texture.
- Dairy and Desserts: Pectin is added to dairy desserts like yogurt and ice cream to improve texture and stability.
- Beverages: It is used in fruit juices, fruit-flavored drinks, and fruit syrups to prevent settling of pulp and solids, maintaining a uniform consistency.
- Pharmaceuticals: Pectin is employed in pharmaceutical products as a binder and thickening agent for oral medications and dietary supplements.
- Clean Label Products: Pectin is often found in clean label and natural products, enhancing their texture and stability without the need for synthetic additives.
- Personal Care Products: In cosmetics and personal care products, it can be used to stabilize emulsions and create desirable textures in creams and lotions.
- Culinary Applications: Pectin has culinary applications beyond jams and jellies, such as thickening sauces and gravies naturally.
