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Pectin is one of the most versatile stabilizers available.The production and application development has been many years and resulted in a large expansion of the opportunities and applicability of pectin.Pectin was discovered in the nineteenth century, and has been used at home and in industry for many years.
1.The main use for pectin (vegetable agglutinate) is as a gelling agent, thickening agent
and stabilizer in food.
2.Pectin also reduces syneresis in jams and marmalades and increases the gel strength
of low calorie jams.
3. For household use, pectin is an ingredient in gelling sugar (also known as "jam sugar")
where it is diluted to the right concentration with sugar and some citric acid to adjust pH.
4.Pectin is used in confectionery jellies to give a good gel structure, a clean bite and to
confer a good flavour release.