Pectin Powder Rapid Set Soda, 500 gr

Description

Pectin is a food additive with the role of emulsifier, stabiliser and thickening agent, naturally present in fruits, especially apples, oranges and quinces. For industrial use, pectins are obtained from apples and oranges. The product is presented as a flavourless powder. Quantity: 500 gr. Use: It is used according to the quantities prescribed in recipes, especially in fruit-based products, for thickening and gelling: concentrated juices, nectars, jams, jellies, marmalades. It can also be used as a solvent for other food additives.Method of use: Stir in the pectin and sugar at 40ºC, stirring vigorously. Bring to the boil. Add acid after activation. Specifications:- Suitable pH: 3,1-3,5.- Minimum 50% added sugar + acid Remarks:- Faster gelling of HM range.- Final effect after 24h.- Opaque gels.- Thermoreversible.- Can be baked.- Freezable. Food safe: In Codex Alimentarius, the product is labelled E 440 and is considered harmless to health. Maximum acceptable daily intake: The daily intake is not limited. Intake for incorporation in food: Not specified. In food, E 440 can be used without a maximum limit. It is used in the amounts prescribed in the recipes. Description of the incorporation dose in foods: Pectin is allowed in foods intended for young children in amounts up to 5 g/litre. Side effects: No. Description of side effects: No side effects have been reported at the quantities incorporated in food. Contraindications: Unspecified Usable for children: YES Description of use for children: Pectin is permitted in foods intended for young children in amounts up to 5 g/litre. On the list of ingredients used, this additive must be specified as an emulsifier, stabiliser, thickener, filler or agglomerating agent, accompanied by the indication "E 440".