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Thickener (440) - Pectins
Pectins are natural polysaccharides derived from plant cell walls, commonly used as gelling agents and thickeners in food products. They are recognized as safe by the FDA and widely used for their ability to modify texture and stabilize products.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Dec 19, 2025
Health score+2.0
-5Good5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
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Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
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Risks
Rare allergic reactions, potential digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals
Benefits
Dietary fiber source, can improve gut health, low-calorie thickening agent, stabilizes food texture
References
Waters containing Thickener (440) - Pectins
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