Louis Francois Medium Rapid Pectin is a medium rapid set purified high methoxyl pectin designed for fruit-based recipes that need a reliable set in the presence of sugar and acid. It is especially suited to the manufacture of jams, where it helps build a classic fruit gel texture with dependable structure.

This pectin works best in sweetened and acidic fruit systems, especially when the formulation has sufficient sugar and a low pH. It is a good choice for traditional fruit preparations that need a controlled set rather than an extremely fast gel.

Use

For smooth dispersion, Medium Rapid Pectin should be pre-mixed with other dry ingredients before being added to the liquid under efficient stirring, or dispersed in a non-solvent medium such as oil, alcohol, or concentrated sugar solutions above 65° Brix.

Dissolution is improved by heat, mixing, and shear, and a complete dissolution can be obtained quickly at 80–85°C (176–185°F). In high-calcium media such as hard water or milk, dissolution may take longer and may require sequestering salts. The final texture develops fully after about 24 hours.

Recommended Dosage

Typical use for jam-style applications is 0.25% to 0.50%, depending on the dry extract, which should generally be at least 60%, and on the texture you want in the finished product.

Applications / Practical Uses

Medium Rapid Pectin is best suited to sweetened, acidic fruit preparations, especially:

• jams
• fruit-based preparations
• fruit pastes
  

Examples include jam and coconut fruit paste containing fat, making this a useful pectin for both classic preserves and cooked fruit confectionery where a traditional pectin set is desired.

Observations

Medium Rapid Pectin is supplied as a creamy white to light-brown powder with neutral odour and flavour. It is made from citrus and standardized with sucrose. Key technical values include:

• 145–155 SAG
• pH 3–3.8
• degree of esterification: 68%
• moisture: max 12%

It is also suitable for Halal, Kasher, Vegetarian, and Vegan use.

Differences from Other Pectins

Medium Rapid Pectin is a high methoxyl pectin, so it is designed for recipes that contain enough sugar and sufficient acidity to form a proper gel. Compared with faster-setting pectins, it gives a medium rapid set, which can be easier to manage in cooked fruit preparations where you still want working time before the product takes structure. It is best suited to jam-style applications and other sweetened acidic fruit systems.

Origin

This product is made from citrus pectin and standardized with sucrose.