Fruit Juice Concentrates

Fruit juice concentrates are made by removing water from fruit juice. This process intensifies the natural flavor and color of the fruit. The resulting thick liquid is easier to transport and store than regular juice.

Manufacturers use fruit juice concentrates to add natural fruit flavor, color, and sweetness to foods and beverages. They are common in candies, fruit drinks, yogurts, and frozen desserts, helping to create a more authentic fruit taste.

Fruit juice concentrates are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They contain natural sugars and nutrients from the fruit, but the concentration process can also intensify the sugar content. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar fruit-derived ingredients. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption levels.