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Unipectine® for Fruit Applications

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Unipectine® for Fruit Applications is a food additive utilized as a texturant, functioning as a thickener and/or gelling agent, especially suitable for the production of fruit preparations such as jams, particularly when calcium is present. It comprises low-methoxyl amidated pectin E 440ii and dextrose and is characterized by its creamy-white to light brown powder appearance with a neutral odor and taste.

Ingredient Name: Pectin

Functions: Dispersant, Gelling Agent, Stabilizer, Texturizing Agent, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO

Physical Form: Powder

Features: Dissolves Easily, Good Consistency, Good Gelling Properties, High Quality, Improved Dispersion, Improved Texture, Prevents Syneresis, Stabilizing

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Technologies
Product Information

Raw Material

  • Apple
  • Citrus

 

This product consists of:

  • Low methoxyl amidated pectin E 440ii
  • Dextrose
Functionality

Dispersion
To disperse the product without lumps:

  • Premix the powder with the other dry ingredients, and pour the preparation into the liquid under efficient stirring in order to obtain a complete dispersion.
  • Disperse it in a non-solvent medium (oil, alcohol, concentrated sugar solutions > 65° Brix).

Dissolution
The dissolution of the product depends on the medium and the process:

  • It is improved by heat treatment (time, temperature), shear-stress (propeller, homogenizer).
  • A complete dissolution is rapidly obtained at 80 / 85°C (176 / 185°F).
  • It can be difficult in a high calcium medium (hard water > 80 ppm Ca++, milk), then it requires extra time or sequestering salts.

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Product Applications

Media/Uses
The product can be used in aqueous, dairy or fruit media.
The maximum dosage is about 3% in cold water and 6 to 8 % in hot water.

Texture

  • The gelification, due to pectin with calcium interaction, occurs during cooling.
  • The final texture is obtained after 24 hours.

 

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

25 kg (net) cartons lined with PE bag

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • Store in original packaging until use
  • Store under cool and dry conditions