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Cloud, Viscosity & Firmness Control Pectin Methylesterase (EC 3.1.1.11) for Juice, Tomato and Fruit Processing Lines

For juice, tomato, jam, puree, wine and cider manufacturers, and the distributors who supply them. PME de-esterifies pectin so you can steer cloud stability, viscosity, gel set and firmness. Stated working window pH 3.5–5.5 and 40°C–55°C; clear amber liquid at 1,000 U/mL or light brown powder at 5,000–10,000 U/g; packs of 1 L / 5 L / 25 L and 1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg; MOQ 1 L or 1 kg. Request a quote with your product format, quantity and destination.

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Pectin Methylesterase (PME) Enzyme
Enzyme Name
Pectin Methylesterase (PME) (EC 3.1.1.11)
Activity (Liquid)
1,000 U/mL
Activity (Powder)
5,000–10,000 U/g
Optimal pH
3.5 – 5.5
Optimal Temperature
40°C – 55°C
Appearance
Clear amber liquid / light brown powder
1,000 U/mL (liquid) / 5,000–10,000 U/g (powder)

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Technical Data

Product Specifications

01 Enzyme Name

Pectin Methylesterase (PME) (EC 3.1.1.11)

02 Activity (Liquid)

1,000 U/mL

03 Activity (Powder)

5,000–10,000 U/g

04 Optimal pH

3.5 – 5.5

05 Optimal Temperature

40°C – 55°C

06 Appearance

Clear amber liquid / light brown powder

07 Source

Aspergillus niger

08 Shelf Life (Liquid)

12 months (refrigerated, sealed)

09 Shelf Life (Powder)

24 months (cool & dry, sealed)

10 Packaging (Liquid)

1 L / 5 L / 25 L

11 Packaging (Powder)

1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg

12 MOQ

1 L (liquid) / 1 kg (powder)

13 Certifications

ISO 9001, HALAL, KOSHER, Food Grade

Use Cases

Applications

PME enables targeted pectin modification to control cloud, viscosity, texture, gel structure, and clarification across beverage, sauce, and puree manufacturing.

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🍊

Citrus Juice Cloud Stability

De-esterifies pectin in orange and grapefruit juice to help control cloud stability—reducing unwanted settling or excessive clarification.

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Tomato Paste & Ketchup

Promotes calcium-pectin gel formation to increase viscosity and consistency—helping reduce water separation in thicker sauces like tomato paste and ketchup.

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Vegetable Firmness Retention

Applied in pre-treatment of sliced vegetables and fries; PME with calcium enhances firmness retention during thermal processing.

4
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Jam & Jelly Gelling

Controlled pectin de-esterification supports reliable gel set in low-sugar jam and jelly recipes, ensuring consistent structure during scale-up.

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Wine & Cider Clarification

De-methoxylates pectin in wine and cider must to support faster settling, improved filterability, and clearer product appearance.

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Fruit Puree Processing

Modifies pectin structure in mango, apple, and banana purees to achieve controlled viscosity and improved pumpability in processing lines.

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Why Source From Us

Feature
Enzymevalue
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Consistent PME Activity for Process Efficiency
Liquid and Powder Formats Available
Food-Grade Quality & Compliance Support
Wholesale Packs & Low MOQ
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1 What does PME (EC 3.1.1.11) do in fruit and vegetable processing?

PME de-esterifies pectin by removing methyl groups, changing its charge and enabling calcium-pectin interactions that influence cloud stability, viscosity, texture, and gel structure.

Q2 What are the recommended pH and temperature ranges for PME activity?

For optimal performance, operate PME between pH 3.5–5.5 and 40°C–55°C. Maintain these parameters for consistent processing outcomes.

Q3 How do I choose between PME liquid and PME powder?

Liquid (1,000 U/mL) suits direct dosing; powder (5,000–10,000 U/g) offers storage stability and batching flexibility. Choose based on dosing system and logistics.

Q4 Will PME improve cloud stability in citrus juice?

Yes—PME modifies pectin structure to influence juice cloud behaviour, supporting targeted stability or clarity in citrus juice manufacture.

Q5 How does PME help with jam, jelly, and low-sugar gelling?

PME performs controlled de-esterification of high-methoxyl pectin, enabling dependable gel formation in low-sugar jams and jellies during production.

Q6 How do we request a wholesale quote for PME?

Use the inquiry form below or email hello@mail.enzymevalue.com. Send the product (liquid 1,000 U/mL or powder 5,000–10,000 U/g), the quantity and pack size, your destination country and your application. Prices are quoted per order.

Certifications & Standards

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