Extraction and Characterization of Highly Gelling Low Methoxy Pectin from Cashew Apple Pomace

Investigation on the pectic substances of cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) apple under different acid-extraction conditions (pH 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0) showed that more than 10%–25% of A. occidentale pectins (AOP) could be extracted, depending on the extractant strength. The extracted AOP contained hig...

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Main Authors: Beda M. Yapo, Kouassi L. Koffi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-12-01
Series:Foods
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/3/1/1