Pectin - mainly from citrus peel and apple pomace, commonly used as a gelling agent - can be used as a texture of chewy candy. "It is surprisingly found that the pectin used in a chewy confectionery product, without the use of conventional texturizing agents, and may be implemented similar to the texture, and the like is actually a better than expected, i.e. the traditional chewy confectionery products, without the need for animal-based ingredients, such as gelatin and egg white. " Wrigley said in its patent application. Conventional chewy candy products usually contain gelatin, starch, egg white, or combinations thereof as the thickener. The most popular textured gelatin from cattle or pigs, to prevent vegetarians and who adhere to certain religious beliefs derived from the consumption of foods containing gelatin dessert. Another textured chewy candy egg also an animal product, and may postpone those with dietary restrictions. Starch is an option, but can not perform all the functions, so that the gelatin is often used in combination. Wrigley said in its patent application, pectin can chew candies to open wider population. - See more at: http://www.foodchemadditives.com/news_info/607