Ingredient

Camu Camu

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Camu camu is added to foods primarily for its nutritional content, especially its high …

What it is

Camu camu is a small, tart, reddish-purple berry that grows on trees in the Amazon rainforest. It is typically harvested and then processed into a powder or extract for use in food products. The processing usually involves drying and grinding the fruit.

Why it's used

Camu camu is added to foods primarily for its nutritional content, especially its high vitamin C. It can also contribute a tart, fruity flavor. It is found in beverages, supplements, and some snack products.

Health notes

Camu camu is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a rich source of vitamin C, which is an essential nutrient that supports the immune system. Some research suggests camu camu may have antioxidant properties, but more studies are needed to confirm these effects. JECFA has evaluated camu camu and noted its vitamin C content.

Allergen info

Camu camu is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Camu Camu

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The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. Boosted Beverage, Original Coconut Plant Based Milk High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 54kcal 4.2Protein 3.3Fat 2.1Carbs Evoluent Upload, Juice, Raspberry, White Grape & Pear, Raspberry, White Grape & Pear Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 4kcal 0Protein 0Fat 1.3Carbs DVC Industries, Inc Cold Pressed Wellness Shot Living Probiotics Other Drinks 59kcal 1.7Protein 0Fat 13.6Carbs Chocolate Organic Superfood Smoothie Mix, Chocolate Sunfood LLC Chocolate Organic Superfood Smoothie Mix, Chocolate Powdered Drinks 405kcal 32.4Protein 8.1Fat 48.6Carbs Plant Protein 20 G Superfood Shake, Vanilla Bean, Vanilla Bean 24NNK Plant Protein 20 G Superfood Shake, Vanilla Bean, Vanilla Bean Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks 45kcal 6.1Protein 1.4Fat 2.4Carbs Pink Guava Camu Camu Immunity Booster 100% Juice, Pink Guava Camu Camu Just Made Foods LLC Pink Guava Camu Camu Immunity Booster 100% Juice, Pink Guava Camu Camu Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 46kcal 0.8Protein 0.2Fat 10.1Carbs Luchi Organics Pomegranate Fruit Bites, Pomegranate Wholesome Snacks 160kcal 0Protein 0Fat 80Carbs Thistle Health Inc Rooted Orange Cold-Pressed Organic Juice, Rooted Orange Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 25kcal 0.3Protein 0Fat 5.6Carbs Mango / Coconut Organic Superfood Smoothie, Mango / Coconut NOKA, LLC Mango / Coconut Organic Superfood Smoothie, Mango / Coconut Wholesome Snacks 100kcal 4.2Protein 2.9Fat 15Carbs Organic Strawberry, Pineapple Superfood Smoothie, Strawberry, Pineapple NOKA, LLC Organic Strawberry, Pineapple Superfood Smoothie, Strawberry, Pineapple Wholesome Snacks 92kcal 4.2Protein 1.2Fat 14.2Carbs Mango Coconut +Prebiotic Fiber Superfood Smoothie, Mango Coconut NOKA, LLC Mango Coconut +Prebiotic Fiber Superfood Smoothie, Mango Coconut Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 92kcal 4.2Protein 1.7Fat 17.5Carbs Strawberry Pineapple Superfood Smoothie, Strawberry Pineapple NOKA, LLC Strawberry Pineapple Superfood Smoothie, Strawberry Pineapple Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 100kcal 4.2Protein 1.2Fat 20Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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