Citrus Pectin Powder Manufacturer | High Methoxyl & Modified Pectin
Botanical Source: 100% Citrus Peels (Citrus limon, Citrus sinensis)
CAS No.: 9000-69-5
Core Specifications: High Methoxyl (HMP), Low Methoxyl (LMP), Modified Pectin (MCP)
Degree of Esterification (DE): 30% – 75% (Grade Dependent)
Gel Strength: 150° SAG ± 5 (HMP) ; 100°–130° SAG (LMP)
Testing Method: USP ; FCC ; EU Commission E440
Pesticide Residue: Comply with Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 & US EPA limits
Certificates: BRCGS, IFS, Organic (USDA/EU), Halal, Kosher
Sample: 10–50g Free Sample Available for R&D
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What is Citrus Pectin Powder?
Citrus Pectin is a natural, high-purity structural carbohydrate extracted from the rinds of premium citrus fruits, primarily lemons (Citrus limon), limes (Citrus aurantifolia), and oranges (Citrus sinensis). This precise botanical alignment ensures full compliance with international food and supplement regulations, confirming a 100% authentic citrus source with no adulteration.
The manufacturing process utilizes an advanced, environmentally friendly aqueous extraction technology under precisely controlled acidic conditions. We use only purified water as the primary extraction solvent without any harsh chemical solvents, preserving the native molecular integrity of the polymer chains and strictly meeting clean-label market standards.
The extracted liquid undergoes rigorous alcohol precipitation, separation, and purification phases to achieve optimal purity. The final product is standardized into a highly uniform, free-flowing fine powder (100% passing 80 mesh), engineered specifically to prevent clumping and ensure rapid solubilization in modern industrial mixing systems.
Specification:
Product Name
Citrus Pectin Powder
CAS No.
9000-69-5
Source Citrus Peels (Citrus limon, Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus sinensis) Galacturonic Acid ≥ 65.0% (High Purity Monograph) Degree of Esterification (DE) High Methoxyl (HMP): 60% – 75%
Low Methoxyl (LMP): 30% – 48%
Modified Pectin (MCP): < 10%Molecular Weight 3,000 Da – 200,000 Da (Customizable) Gel Strength
High Methoxyl (HMP): 150° SAG ± 5
Low Methoxyl (LMP): 100° – 130° SAG
Modified Pectin (MCP): Non-GellingAppearance Cream to Light Yellowish Fine Powder Mesh Size
60–80 mesh ; 100 mesh (Customizable)
Solubility
100% Water Soluble pH (1% Solution) 2.8 – 6.5 (Grade Dependent) Loss on Drying ≤ 12.0% Heavy Metals Pb ≤ 1.0 ppm, As ≤ 0.5 ppm, Cd ≤ 0.1 ppm
Pesticide Residue Comply with Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 & US EPA limits Looking for a Quotation?Contact UsRequest a Custom QuoteQuality & Compliance
Green Spring Technology ensures your global supply chain is 100% risk-free. Every batch of our Citrus Pectin powder is backed by complete traceability and market-ready documentation.
GFSI Benchmarked: Fully certified under BRC and IFS global food safety standards.
System Standards: Manufactured under audited ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 systems.
US Compliance: Registered with the FDA for friction-free customs clearance.
Dual Organic: Certified by USDA Organic and EU Organic for clean-label formulation.
Dietary Compliance: Fully cross-certified by authoritative Kosher and Halal boards.
Cosmetic Grade: Certified by COSMOS Approved for premium personal care.
Heavy Metals: Strictly verified via ICP-MS (Pb ≤ 1.0 ppm, As ≤ 0.5 ppm, Cd ≤ 0.1 ppm).
Pesticide Control: 100% compliant with Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 and US EPA limits.
Audit-Ready: Immediate access to batch-specific COAs, MSDS, and Allergen Statements.

Key Advantages
Advanced Extraction Technology: Controlled aqueous hydrolysis guarantees highly stable esterification and precise molecular weight distribution.
Flawless Sensory Neutrality: Multi-stage washing removes bitter citrus terpenes, minimizing the need for costly flavor-masking agents.
Excellent Process Stability: Outstanding thermal and pH resilience prevents viscosity breakdown during high-temperature pasteurization.
Predictable Gelation Kinetics: Ultra-Rapid to Slow Set grades ensure absolute texturizing control in high-speed industrial processing.
Premium Anti-Syneresis Control: Specialized Low Methoxyl Pectin prevents weeping, extending retail shelf life and reducing product waste.
High Bioavailability (For MCP): Enzymatic degradation achieves ultra-low molecular weight (3,000–15,000 Da) for direct absorption into the bloodstream.
Superior Handling Performance: Uniform 80-mesh powder ensures 100% rapid dissolution, eliminating dust contamination and mixing lumps.
Optimized Production Economics: Standardized 150° SAG gel strength allows lower dosage levels, directly cutting your raw material formulation costs.
Applications
Vegan Gummy & Confectionery Formats
Standardized HMP integrates seamlessly into mogul starch-molding lines for pectin gummies, multi-vitamin chewable pastilles, and soft chews. It acts as a direct gelatin alternative, ensuring clean flavor release and sharp mold definition with zero pump adjustments.Bake-Stable Bakery & Fruit Preparations
Engineered for extreme thermal resilience, our pectin disperses smoothly into bake-proof pastry fillings, industrial retail jams, and clear glazes. It fully prevents boil-out or crust cracking during high-temperature tunnel-oven baking.Bioactive Liquids, Drops & Oral Elixirs
Ultra-low viscosity Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) embeds flawlessly into heavy-metal detox drops, anti-aging syrups, and cellular defense shots. It dissolves cleanly into a sediment-free liquid, ensuring zero clogging in automated filling lines.Solid Dose Capsules & Powder Premixes
With superior flowability, our fine powder blends uniformly into dry premixes for HPMC/gelatin capsules, compressed tablets, and single-serve sachets. It prevents die-sticking, acting as a stable bioactive carrier for functional supplements.Stabilized Dairy & Plant-Based Beverages
Tailored to protect sensitive plant or animal proteins under UHT processing, it doses easily into drinkable yogurts, oat milks, and functional juices. It permanently eliminates phase separation and pulp sedimentation without adding gummy textures.

Why Partner With Green Spring Technology?
25+ Years of Botanical Authority: Founded in 2000, Green Spring Technology has mastered hydrocolloid and plant extraction, serving premium global brands in over 50 countries.
Guaranteed Price & Supply Continuity: We offset seasonal citrus crop fluctuations through strategic long-term crop contracts and massive safety stocks, securing stable contract pricing for volume buyers.
Audit-Ready Compliance Documentation: We support your regulatory team with instant access to comprehensive document packages, including batch-specific COAs, full MSDS, Allergen Statements, and BSE/TSE-Free certificates.
Technical Application Engineering Support: Our in-house formulation experts actively assist your R&D engineers to fine-tune your formula’s pH, solid matrix, and calcium balance during product development trials.
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