Pectin
Pectin represents a group of complex set of polysaccharides found in plants. Pectin can be produced by extracting, for example, citrus peel, apple pomace or beet pulp. Pectin is a multi-purpose food ingredient and can act as an emulsifier or stabilizer among other functions.
Found In
- Beverages
- Foods
- Juices
- Beverages
- Foods
- Juices
Also Known As
- Amidated Pectins
- E440
- High-Ester Pectins
- Low-Ester Pectins
- Pectinates
- Pectinic Acids
- Rhamnogalacturonan-I (RG-I) Enriched Fraction
- Amidated Pectins
- E440
- High-Ester Pectins
- Low-Ester Pectins
- Pectinates
- Pectinic Acids
- Rhamnogalacturonan-I (RG-I) Enriched Fraction
The Beverage Bottom Line
Pectin is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Pectin is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
FDA U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed, GRAS FDA-Notified)
In 2022, FDA had no objections for use of pectin hydrolysates from carrot pomace for intended uses.
In 1977, health aspects of pectin as a food ingredient were evaluated.
Learn more →EFSA European Food Safety Authority
JECFA Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →Health Canada
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025