Ingredient

Lime And Lemon Concentrate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add lime and lemon concentrate to foods to provide a bright, citrusy flavor. …

What is Lime And Lemon Concentrate?

Lime and lemon concentrate is a liquid flavoring made from the juice and oils of limes and lemons. It is produced by extracting the essential oils and juice from the fruits and then concentrating them, often through evaporation, to intensify the flavor.

Is Lime And Lemon Concentrate vegan?

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

Is Lime And Lemon Concentrate gluten-free?

It is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Is Lime And Lemon Concentrate a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Lime And Lemon Concentrate used for?

Manufacturers add lime and lemon concentrate to foods to provide a bright, citrusy flavor.

Is Lime And Lemon Concentrate safe?

Lime and lemon concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add lime and lemon concentrate to foods to provide a bright, citrusy flavor. It is commonly found in beverages, baked goods, candies, sauces, dressings, and marinades.

Health notes

Lime and lemon concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated citric acid, a primary component of citrus concentrates, and found it safe for consumption. At typical intake levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no significant controversies regarding its use as a flavoring agent.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: October 5, 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.