E440
E440 , Pectin
Why this classification
From apples, citrus peel. Safe fibre. Common in jams.
Products containing E440
Brassé façon skyr vanille
yabon
Skyr énergie Fraise-🍓cassis
yoplait
Skyr myrtilles0%myrtilles450g
auchan
High protein saveur noix de coco
sensation
SPORT Fraise Framboise
marque repere
Dessert végétal aux morceaux de fruits, Fruits Rouges (4 Pots)
sojasun
Crousti caramel & chocolat
carrefour
Cereales croquantes
marque repere
Céréales, caramel et cacao
Gourdes de yaourt source de calcium et de vitamine D
carrefour
Common uses in industrial food
Pectin (E440) is used by food manufacturers for various technological roles in industrial food formulations. It is most often listed in the ingredient panel as E440, Pectin, or under one of its trade names. On a NutriDécrypte product page, this additive contributes to the additives axis (20% of the overall A to E grade), and triggers a label warning when its EFSA risk level is medium or high.
If you want to limit your exposure to this additive, the simplest tactic is to read the ingredients list (not just the front-of-pack), and to favour products graded A or B in our independent catalog. Less processed, NOVA-1 or NOVA-2 categories rarely contain it.
Frequently asked questions
Is E440 (Pectin) safe?
EFSA classifies the risk level of E440 as low risk in its latest review. Always read the latest official opinion before drawing conclusions for your own diet, and consult a registered dietitian for medical questions.
What is E440 typically used for?
Food manufacturers use Pectin primarily for various technological roles in industrial food formulations. You will most often find it in ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4) and rarely in unprocessed or minimally processed products (NOVA 1 or 2).
How can I avoid E440 on a label?
Look for the code E440 or its full name Pectin in the ingredients list, usually printed in small font on the back of the pack. Cooking from raw ingredients, choosing NOVA-1 or NOVA-2 alternatives, and using the NutriDécrypte rankings to filter by grade A or B are the three most reliable strategies.