Ingredient

Mandarin Orange Juice

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Mandarin orange juice is added to foods primarily for its sweet, citrus flavor. It …

What it is

Mandarin orange juice is the liquid extracted from mandarin oranges, a small, sweet citrus fruit. The juice is typically obtained by pressing the fruit and may be clarified or concentrated. It is used as a flavoring and liquid base in various food products.

Why it's used

Mandarin orange juice is added to foods primarily for its sweet, citrus flavor. It can act as a liquid component in marinades, dressings, and sauces, and is often found in canned fruits like mandarin oranges to provide a sweet syrup.

Health notes

Mandarin orange juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It contains natural sugars and vitamin C. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated citrus juices and their components, generally finding them safe for consumption. No significant health controversies are associated with typical intake levels of mandarin orange juice.

Allergen info

Mandarin orange juice is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Mandarin Orange Juice

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The J.M. Smucker Company Smucker's, Orchard's Finest, Pacific Grove Orange Marmalade Medley Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Mandarin Oranges Segments In Juice Canned Fruit 29kcal 0.7Protein 0Fat 6.4Carbs Kroger, Mandarin Oranges, Lite, Peeled Segments In Mandarin Orange Juice The Kroger Co. Kroger, Mandarin Oranges, Lite, Peeled Segments In Mandarin Orange Juice Canned Fruit 36kcal 0.7Protein 0Fat 8.6Carbs Montreal Steak 30 Minute Marinade, Montreal Steak McCormick & Company, Inc. Montreal Steak 30 Minute Marinade, Montreal Steak Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 62kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.5Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Asian Style Sesame Dressing, Asian Style Sesame Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 333kcal 0Protein 26.7Fat 23.3Carbs Sesame & Ginger Marinade McCormick & Company, Inc. Sesame & Ginger Marinade Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 167kcal 0Protein 0Fat 33.3Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Roasted Asian Style Ginger Sesame Dressing, Roasted Asian Style Ginger Sesame Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 333kcal 0Protein 26.7Fat 23.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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