Ingredient

Crystallized Orange

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add crystallized orange to provide a natural orange flavor to various food products. …

What is Crystallized Orange?

Crystallized orange is a form of orange flavor, typically made by drying orange juice or orange oil, often with a carrier ingredient like maltodextrin. This process removes water, creating a stable, powdered product that retains the natural orange taste.

Is Crystallized Orange vegan?

Crystallized Orange is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Crystallized Orange gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Crystallized Orange a major allergen?

Orange is not one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

What is Crystallized Orange used for?

Manufacturers add crystallized orange to provide a natural orange flavor to various food products.

Is Crystallized Orange safe?

Orange and its components are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) when used as food ingredients or flavorings.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add crystallized orange to provide a natural orange flavor to various food products. It is commonly found in powdered drink mixes, seasoning blends, marinades, and baked goods like cakes and snack cakes.

Health notes

Orange and its components are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) when used as food ingredients or flavorings. There are no known adverse health effects at typical intake levels. Both JECFA and EFSA have evaluated orange essential oils and extracts, concluding they are safe for use as flavorings.

Allergen info

Orange is not one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Crystallized Orange

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.