Fair Trade Certified Natural Cane Sugar
What is Fair Trade Certified Natural Cane Sugar?
Natural cane sugar is a sweetener made from sugar cane plants. The stalks are crushed to extract juice, which is then heated and evaporated to form sugar crystals. Unlike highly refined white sugar, natural cane sugar retains some of its original molasses, giving it a slightly darker color and distinct flavor.
Is Fair Trade Certified Natural Cane Sugar vegan?
Fair Trade Certified Natural Cane Sugar is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Fair Trade Certified Natural Cane Sugar a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Fair Trade Certified Natural Cane Sugar used for?
Manufacturers primarily use natural cane sugar to sweeten foods and beverages.
Is Fair Trade Certified Natural Cane Sugar safe?
Sugar (sucrose) is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers primarily use natural cane sugar to sweeten foods and beverages. It also contributes to the texture, browning, and preservation of various products. It is commonly found in baked goods, candies, desserts, and drinks.
Health notes
Sugar (sucrose) is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Excessive intake of added sugars, including natural cane sugar, is a public health concern. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises that free sugars should be less than 10% of total energy intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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