| ITEM | STANDARD |
| Sensory Characteristics | Free flowing pale brown powder;Slight, free from off-flavors; Slight, free from off-note |
| USA-SAG | 150±5 |
| GA, ≥ % | 65 |
| DE. % | 66-69 |
| PH(1% Solution) | 2.8-3.8 |
| Loss on drying ≤% | 12 |
| SO2 ≤ PPM | 50 |
| Free Methyl.ethyl and isopropylalcohol ≤ % | 1 |
| Nitrogen content ≤ % | 1 |
| Acid Insoluable Ash ≤% | 1 |
| Ash ≤ % | 5 |
| Heavy Metal( as Pb) ≤ mg/kg | 15 |
| Lead ≤≤mg/kg | 5 |
| As ≤ mg/kg | 2 |
| Total Plant Count | <1000cfu/g |
| Yeast and Mould | < 100cfu/g |
| Coliforms | Absent in 1g |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25g |
| E. Coli & Staphylococcus aureus | Absent in 1g |
Available Grade of Pectin
Food Grade: Pectin is widely used as thickener and texture stabilizer in food and beverage industries. Foodchem's food grade Pectin is available as fine powder(>99% purity).Quality Control
At Foodchem International Corporation, we apply strict quality control process to all our products. All Pectin we provide has been strictly tested under Kosher, Halal, HACCP and ISO standards and proved to be safe for using as food additive.
Storage&Handling Precaution
Storage: Pectin should be Store in original package, cool and dry.
Handling Precaution: Handling of Pectin should only be performed by personnel trained and familiar with handling of organic chemicals. Avoid skin and eye contact and breathing in dust. Avoid handling which leads to dust formation.
Application and Uses of Pectin
Pectin is a structural heteropolysaccharide widely used as emulsifiers in food and beverage. As a emulsifiers, Pectin can be used in a wide variety of industries including: food production, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and various other industries.
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1. Are you manufacturer or distributor of Pectin?
Foodchem doesn't manufacture Pectin. However we have established reliable long term relationship with our manufacturing contractor and our QC team works closely with the manufacturer to insure quality.
2. What types of certification can you provide?
Foodchem International Corporation is an ISO2008:9001 certified company. We can provide HAPPC, KOSHER, HALAL Certificates for Pectin.
3. Do you have Pectin in Stock?
Yes, we have Pectin in stock. However, our inventory moves fast, please consult our sales person for more details.
4. What is the lead time for Pectin ?
If your order quantity is within our inventory amount, we can guarantee delivery in 1 week after the order confirmation. Or, it usually takes 2 weeks or longer.
5. What is the MOQ for Pectin ?
The MOQ is 500kg.
6. What is the price of Pectin ?
The price of Pectin changes a lot as time goes. With over 10 years experience in supplying Pectin, Foodchem can provide Pectin at the most competitive prices. Please consult our sales person for more details.
7. Do you provide free samples?
Yes. Free samples of Pectin are available. Please consult our sales person for further details.
8. What type of payment terms can you accept?
We can accept T/T, L/C, D/P, D/A etc... Please consult our sales person for more details.
9. When can I expect to receive the quotation for Pectin?
Our sales person will get back to you in 1 business day to collect all necessary information to prepare the quotation. The quotation for Pectin will then be sent to you once it’s ready, usually in less than 1 working day.
As a Pectin supplier, we are really happy to have you on our website. We will do whatever we can do to satisfy your needs. If we are not able to handle your order, we will provide professional suggestion to help you find the right source that fits your need.
Upstream: Prices of upstream Citrus Peel and apple peel are stable and supply is stable. Production capacity of the Pectin manufacturers didn't change much.
Downstream: Downstream demand is pretty stable.
Forecast: Considering the current market trend, price of Pectin will be stable in the coming months.
Yes. Pectin is gluten free and widely used in gluten free food to provide stronger texture to protein drinks, such as drinking yogurt.
Pectin is a structural heteropolysaccharide extracted from citrus fruits. As a plant derived ingredients, Pectin is general recognized as halal. We will still audit another 2 key points to make sure that our Pectin is 100% halal: Are there any pig products used in manufacturing process of this ingredient? Does the ingredient contain Alcohol (impure) or other haraam ingredients?
Pectin is a structural heteropolysaccharide extracted from citrus fruits. As a plant derived ingredients, Pectin is general recognized as Kosher classified as Parve. Moreover, Pectin is also regulated as Kosher for Passover.
- 5.1. Storage: Store in original package, cool and dry.
- 5.2. Handling precaution: Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust.
Generally recognized as safe(GRAS) is a FDA designation that a specific substance or ingredient is generally considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Pectin is considered safe by FDA according to existing data and granted GRAS status.
1. When taken by mouth in combination with guar gum and insoluble fiber, pectin can cause diarrhea, gas, and loose stools. 2. Inhalation of tara gum powder can cause respiratory problem.
