Natural starch used as a setting agent in making jams and jellies (6)

I believe the answer is:

pectin

(Other definitions for pectin that I've seen before include "Ingredient for setting jam" , "setter's in a jam" , "Jam-setting agent" , "Jam setter" , "Substance used for setting jams and jellies" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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