Pectin is a natural polymer compound that mainly exists in all higher plants and is an important component of plant intercellular matrix.
CAS No. :
9000-69-5EINECS :
232-553-0Package :
25KG/BAGBrand :
TOPINCHEM®Origin :
CHINAFormula :
C6H12O6Minimum Order :
200KGItem :
PectinHigh Quality Nature Pectin CAS 9000-69-5
Description
Pectin is an acidic polysaccharide substance in plants, usually a white to light yellow powder with a slightly sour taste and water solubility.
Specification
ANALYSIS | SPECIFICATION | TEST RESULTS |
Appearance | White to light brown | Complies |
Galacturonic Acid,% | ≥65 | 85.94 |
Degree of Esterification,% | >70 | 71.25 |
Viscosity 4% solution,mPa.s | 400-500 | 483.8 |
pH(1%water solution) | 3.0-4.0 | 3.33 |
Loss on Drying,% | ≤12 | 7.13 |
SO₂/(mg/kg) | ≤10 | 5.71 |
Acid-Insoluble Ash,% | ≤1 | 0.41 |
Lead/(mg/kg) | ≤5 | Complies |
This product complies with all criteria laid down by GB25533,FCC, EU and FAO. |
Application
Thickener; Gelling agent; Stabilizer; Emulsifier. Pectin is used in the manufacturing of jam and jelly, as a stabilizer for mayonnaise and essential oils, to prevent pastry hardening, improve cheese quality, and manufacture juice powder.