MetaMCP™ Modified Citrus Pectin
Developed using Zymebase’s proprietary enzyme-based green technology, this next-generation natural
polysaccharide features a unique molecular structure.
It is a complex polysaccharide rich in galacturonic acid,
enabling multidimensional health benefits.
Physiological Properties
Inhibits Proliferation and Metastasis Of Aberrant Cells*[1]
Induces Apoptosis In Aberrant Cells*[1]
Ameliorates Ventricular Fibrosis*[2]
Modulates Immune
Function*[3]
Physicochemical Properties
High Purity: Galacturonic acid content > 80%
Degree of Esterification (DE): ＜ 10%
Low Viscosity: Viscosity of 5% (w/v)
MetaMCP™ aqueous
solution < 5 mPa·s
Molecular Weight: Average molecular weight ~2,000–5,000 Da
Excellent Solubility (Room temperature)
MetaMCP™
Competitor 1
Competitor 2
MetaMCP™ Applications
References :
* The objective conclusion is based on experimental data and do not represent the product’s efficacy.
[1]V. V. Glinsky and A. Raz (2009). Modified citrus pectin anti-metastatic properties: one bullet, multiple targets. Carbohydrate Research, 344(14): 1788-1791.
[2]G. Vergaro, M. Prud’homme, L. Fazal, R. Merval, C. Passino, M. Emdin, J. Samuel, A. C. Solal and C. Delcayre (2016) Inhibition of galectin-3 pathway prevents isoproterenol-induced left ventricular dysfunction and fibrosis in mice. Hypertension. 67:606–612.
[3]R. Merheb, R. M. Abdel-Massih, M. C. Karam (2019). Immunomodulatory effect of natural and modified Citrus pectin on cytokine levels in the spleen of BALB/c mice. Int. J. Biol. Macromol. 121:1–5.
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