Application of pectin
1. 80% to 90% of the industrially produced pectin is used in the food industry, and its gel properties are used to produce jellies, jams and soft sweets. It can also be used as a hemostatic agent and plasma substitute in medicine, and can also be used to treat diarrhea and heavy metal poisoning.
2. Used as emulsification stabilizer and thickener, it can be used in all kinds of food according to my country's regulations, and should be used in appropriate amount according to production needs.
3. It is mostly used in lotion, acid tooth powder, etc., because it is not stable enough in alkaline medium, it can not be used in alkaline cosmetics. Pectin is non-toxic, non-irritating, and can be used in cosmetics that need to be consumed, such as lipsticks. It can also be used as a thickener and binding agent for toothpaste.