Amidated Low Methoxyl Pectin (E440Ii) Is A Modified Form Of Pectin Extracted From The Peels Of Citrus Fruit. Pectin Consists Of A Complex Set Of Polysaccharides That Are Present In Most Primary Cell Walls Of Plants. The Main Use For Pectin Is As A Gelling Agent, Thickening Agent And Stabilizer In Food. The Classical Application Is Giving The Jelly-Like Consistency To Jams Or Marmalades, Which Would Otherwise Be Sweet Juices. Pectin Can Also Be Used To Stabilize Acidic Protein Drinks, Such As Drinking Yogurt, And As A Fat Substitute In Baked Goods. Amidated Low Methoxyl Pectin Works Best At Ph Of 3.2 – 3.6. It Sets At 40 To 70C (Depending Upon Calcium Present: Requires Only 10 – 30 Mg Of Calcium Per Gram Of Pectin). Lma Pectin Is Synergistic With Locust Bean Gum. It Is Typically Used In Low Calorie Jellies With Lower Sugar Content, Drinkable Gels And Gelatin-Type Desserts This Product Is Certified Kosher (Pareve) By The Orthodox Union