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E440 — Pectins

Known additive

Pectins: gelling agents extracted mainly from citrus peel and apple pomace; amidated pectin (E440ii) is chemically modified with ammonia. EFSA's 2017 re-evaluation found no need for a numerical acceptable daily intake and no safety concern for the general population; pectin is a soluble fibre fermented by gut bacteria. Very high intakes (36 g a day in a human study) caused bloating and flatulence in some people, which EFSA judged undesirable but not adverse.

Products with E440

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