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Over 30,000 tons of pectin are produced globally each year, yet a common misconception persists regarding its origin. Pectin is a natural, plant-derived gelling agent used widely in the food industry, and it does not contain pork or any other animal products.

As a structural component of plant cell walls, pectin is present in many fruits, but the peels of citrus fruits are particularly abundant, containing up to 30% pectin by dry weight. This high concentration makes citrus a primary commercial source.