Gist-brocades N.v.

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Gist-brocades B.v.

Pierre Clement Fauquembergue

Catherine Marie Grassin

The present invention discloses the application of a pectin esterase substantially free from depolymerase activity in the maceration of apple pulp. The use of purified pectin esterase leads to a low amount of pectin degradation products in the juice and to the conservation of protopectin in the apple pomace. Furthermore, the juice yield and the pressability are increased through the use of purified PE.

Process for the production of juices from fruits and vegetables

The present invention discusses the use of pectinesterase to demethoxylate high-methoxylated pectins. The pectinesterase makes possible the preparation of food containing fruit or vegetables in a more efficient way. Specifically, fruit and vegetable jams, jellies, compotes and soups are prepared without or with greatly reduced sugar and pectin addition. The present invention also discusses a process for producing apple sauce comprising the use of pectinesterase.

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Seclin, France

Pierre Clement Fauquembergue