Pectin: The Fruit Gel That Replaces Gelatin

Pectin is extracted from fruit, usually citrus peel or apple pomace, so it is plant-derived and compatible with vegan and vegetarian claims. It is gluten-free and is the most common plant substitute for gelatin in jams, jellies and confectionery. Because it does the job gelatin does, its presence often signals a vegan-friendly reformulation rather than a hidden animal ingredient.