Concentrated Fruit Juice Blend

A concentrated fruit juice blend is made by removing water from fruit juice. This process intensifies the flavor and color of the original fruit juice. The resulting concentrate can be reconstituted with water to create a beverage or used as an ingredient in other food products.

Manufacturers use concentrated fruit juice blends to add natural fruit flavor, color, and sweetness to products. They are commonly found in beverages like juices, nectars, and fruit drinks, as well as in fruit-flavored snacks and desserts.

Concentrated fruit juice blends are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. They are a source of natural sugars and can contribute to the overall carbohydrate content of a food. While not a major health concern at typical consumption levels, excessive intake of fruit juices, including those made from concentrate, can contribute to high sugar intake. JECFA has evaluated fruit juices and their concentrates.