Ingredient

Natural Sediment May Occur

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This phrase is used by manufacturers to inform consumers that the presence of sediment …

What it is

Natural sediment may occur is not an ingredient itself, but rather a statement indicating that natural settling of solids can happen in certain products. This is common in beverages made from fruits or vegetables where pulp or other natural components may separate over time.

Why it's used

This phrase is used by manufacturers to inform consumers that the presence of sediment is normal and not a sign of spoilage or defect. It is most often seen in products like 100% fruit juices, sparkling juices, and nectars, where natural fruit particles might settle at the bottom of the container.

Health notes

The FDA considers sediment in these types of products to be a natural occurrence. Regulatory bodies like the FDA and EFSA do not typically evaluate 'natural sediment' as a distinct ingredient. The presence of sediment is generally not associated with any health risks when it occurs in products where it is expected.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Sediment is typically composed of natural fruit or vegetable matter and does not contain any of the nine FDA major allergens.

Products containing Natural Sediment May Occur

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S. Martinelli & Co. Martinelli's, Organic Sparkling Juice, Apple-Peach, Apple-Peach Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 50kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.1Carbs Alpenglow Beverage Company Sparkling Apple 100% Pure Juice, Sparkling Apple Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 50kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.5Carbs Martinelli's, 100% Organic Sparkling Juice, Apple Grape, Apple Grape S. Martinelli & Co. Martinelli's, 100% Organic Sparkling Juice, Apple Grape, Apple Grape Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 50kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.9Carbs Organic Sparkling 100% Apple Juice, Apple S. Martinelli & Co. Organic Sparkling 100% Apple Juice, Apple Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 61kcal 0.3Protein 0Fat 14.5Carbs S. Martinelli & Co. Red Grape Sparkling 100% Juice From Concentrate, Red Grape Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks —kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 15.4Carbs S. Martinelli & Co. White Grape Sparkling 100% Juice From Concentrate, White Grape Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 67kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 16.7Carbs Sparkling Cider 100% Juice S. Martinelli & Co. Sparkling Cider 100% Juice Other Drinks 58kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs S. Martinelli & Co. Sparkling 100% Apple-Pomegranate Juice, Apple-Pomegranate Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 58kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Apple Juice, Apple S. Martinelli & Co. Apple Juice, Apple Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 58kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs Cider Sparkling 100% Juice, Cider S. Martinelli & Co. Cider Sparkling 100% Juice, Cider Other Drinks —kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs S. Martinelli & Co. Cider Other Drinks 58kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 14.6Carbs S. Martinelli & Co. Apple Juice, Apple Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 61kcal 0.3Protein 0Fat 14.5Carbs
Grown Fresh Apples (12 products) Pasteurized 100% Apple Juice From U (5 products) Filtered Water (5 products) Sufficient To Reconstitute Juice Concentrate (5 products) Ascorbic Acid (5 products) Pasteurized 100% Pure Carbonated Apple Juice From U (5 products) No Sweeteners Or Chemical Preservatives (4 products) Pasteurized 100% Carbonated Apple Juice From U (4 products) No Concentrates (4 products) No Sweeteners (3 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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