Dried Lychee
What is Dried Lychee?
Lychee is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, known for its sweet, white flesh and rough, reddish-brown skin. Dried lychee is made by removing the water content from fresh lychee, concentrating its flavor and sweetness. This process preserves the fruit for longer storage and use in various food products.
Is Dried Lychee vegan?
Dried Lychee is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Dried Lychee gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Dried Lychee a major allergen?
Lychee is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Dried Lychee used for?
Dried lychee is primarily used as a flavoring and sweetening agent in processed foods.
Is Dried Lychee safe?
Dried lychee is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Dried lychee is primarily used as a flavoring and sweetening agent in processed foods. Its intense, fruity taste makes it a popular addition to confectionery, particularly chewing gum and mints. It can also be found in beverages, baked goods, and as a component in some snack mixes.
Health notes
Dried lychee is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a source of natural sugars and some nutrients. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated lychee and its components. At typical consumption levels found in processed foods, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Lychee is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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