Pectins
E440
E440, E440(i), E440(ii), INS 440, pectin, pectins, non-amidated pectin, amidated pectin, amidated pectins
What it is
A family of plant-derived polysaccharide gelling and stabilising agents, including non-amidated and amidated pectins, grouped under E440.
Why BOTIA flags it
BOTIA groups pectin declarations because labels can use the generic name, subtype or E-number. The ingredient name does not reveal degree of esterification, amidation or concentration unless separately stated.
BOTIA CAN
- Detect E440, pectin, pectins and the common amidated/non-amidated subtype names.
- Show the texture and E-number information layers.
BOTIA CANNOT
- Determine the exact pectin subtype or formulation when only 'pectin' is declared.
- Calculate the amount present from ingredient order alone.