Ingredient

Evaporated Lemon Juice

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add evaporated lemon juice to provide a concentrated lemon flavor and tartness. It …

What is Evaporated Lemon Juice?

Evaporated lemon juice is made by concentrating the juice of lemons through evaporation, which removes water. This process intensifies the natural lemon flavor and creates a more stable product. It is often used to add a strong, tart lemon taste to foods and beverages.

Is Evaporated Lemon Juice vegan?

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

Is Evaporated Lemon Juice gluten-free?

It is derived from lemons, which are not among the nine major allergens, and does not contain gluten.

Is Evaporated Lemon Juice a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Evaporated Lemon Juice used for?

Manufacturers add evaporated lemon juice to provide a concentrated lemon flavor and tartness.

Is Evaporated Lemon Juice safe?

Evaporated lemon juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use as a flavoring agent.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add evaporated lemon juice to provide a concentrated lemon flavor and tartness. It is commonly found in beverages, desserts, sauces, and marinades. Its intense flavor makes it useful in small quantities where fresh lemon juice might be too dilute or impractical.

Health notes

Evaporated lemon juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use as a flavoring agent. It is a source of vitamin C and citric acid, which are naturally occurring compounds. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated citric acid and its salts, generally considering them safe. No specific health concerns are associated with the typical consumption of evaporated lemon juice.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is derived from lemons, which are not among the nine major allergens, and does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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