Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Citrus Pectin

Q1: What is Citrus Pectin CAS 9000-69-5, and how is it different from apple pectin?

A1: Citrus Pectin is a natural polysaccharide extracted from orange, lemon and grapefruit peels. Compared with apple pectin, it features higher gel strength, better acid resistance, clearer solution color and more stable performance in acidic beverage and low-sugar formulas. It is the preferred clean-label thickener and gelling agent for high-end food products.

Q2: Is your citrus pectin clean label and suitable for vegan products?

A2: Yes. Our citrus pectin is 100% plant-derived, non-GMO, allergen-free, gluten-free, with no animal ingredients or synthetic additives. It fully meets vegan, vegetarian and clean-label standards, perfectly adapting to organic, healthy and sugar-reduced product formulas in global markets.

Q3: What are the differences between HM pectin and LM pectin?

A3: HM (High-Methoxyl) Pectin gels only under high-sugar and low-pH conditions, ideal for traditional jams, jellies and fruit glazes. LM (Low-Methoxyl) Pectin relies on calcium ions to form gels, applicable to zero-sugar, low-sugar and dairy products. We also provide amidated LM pectin for high-temperature sterilization scenarios.

Q4: Does your pectin support high-temperature sterilization and long shelf life?

A4: Absolutely. Our optimized citrus pectin formula has excellent temperature and pH stability. It can withstand UHT high-temperature sterilization and pasteurization, without stratification, precipitation or viscosity attenuation, ensuring stable product quality throughout the shelf life.

Q5: What certifications can you provide for customs clearance?

A5: We can provide complete export documents, including ISO22000, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, FCC certificate, SGS test report, Certificate of Origin (CO), commercial invoice and packing list, supporting smooth customs clearance in Europe, America, Southeast Asia and other regions.

Q6: What packaging and shipping options do you offer?

A6: Standard packages include 1kg foil bag (sample use), 10kg carton and 25kg food-grade drum. We support sea freight for bulk FCL/LCL orders, air freight for urgent goods, and DHL/FedEx express for sample delivery, providing one-stop global export service.

Q7: Can you provide free samples and customized formulas?

A7: Yes, free samples are available for your formula testing. Our professional R&D team can adjust the esterification degree, viscosity and gel strength of pectin according to your product formulas, providing personalized customized solutions.