Comparing E440 - Pectins vs E1412 - Distarch phosphate
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What is fruit pectin?
Fruit pectin is a plant-derived soluble fiber (a polysaccharide) from fruit cell walls, extracted mainly from citrus peels or apples and used as a natural gelling agent for jams and jellies.
Is pectin bad for you?
No—pectin is generally recognized as safe and is a soluble dietary fiber; in large amounts it may cause gas or bloating and can reduce absorption of some medicines if taken at the same time.
What is pectin made of?
Pectin is a complex carbohydrate polymer rich in galacturonic acid units, extracted from plant cell walls—commercially most often from citrus peels and apple pomace.
Is pectin vegan?
Yes; pectin is plant-derived and considered vegan, as it’s extracted from fruit byproducts.
What is pectin used for?
It’s used as a gelling agent in jams and jellies and as a thickener/stabilizer in desserts, confectionery, fruit preparations, and some juices or milk drinks, and it also contributes dietary fiber.
What is hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate?
It’s a modified starch that is both hydroxypropylated and phosphate cross‑linked to improve stability and texture in foods; its E‑number is E1442.
How to do e1412?
E1412 (distarch phosphate) is made by crosslinking plant starch with phosphate groups (e.g., using phosphorus oxychloride or sodium trimetaphosphate), creating a heat-, acid-, and shear‑stable thickener/stabiliser used in sauces, soups, and fillings.
What is the e number for acetylated distarch phosphate?
Acetylated distarch phosphate is E1414.