Ingredient

Papaya Juice

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Papaya juice is primarily used as a flavoring agent and a source of natural …

What it is

Papaya juice is the liquid extracted from the flesh of the papaya fruit. Papayas are tropical fruits native to Mexico and Central America, known for their sweet, musky flavor and soft texture. The juice is typically made by pureeing ripe papaya flesh and then straining it to remove solids.

Why it's used

Papaya juice is primarily used as a flavoring agent and a source of natural sweetness in food products. It can also act as a tenderizer for meats due to the presence of enzymes like papain. It is commonly found in marinades, sauces, beverages, and some processed meat products.

Health notes

Papaya juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated papaya and its derivatives, and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) also assesses food ingredients. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Papaya is not one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Papaya Juice

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Topco Associates, Inc. Peppered Beef Jerky, Peppered Other Snacks High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 286kcal 39.3Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs General Mills, Inc. Snack Mix Beef Jerky Cuts With Breadsticks, Pretzels & Rye Chips, Chipotle Cheddar Other Snacks 367kcal 26.7Protein 10Fat 43.3Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Original Soft & Tender Beef Jerky, Original Other Snacks High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 286kcal 42.9Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Teriyaki Beef Jerky, Teriyaki Other Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 286kcal 42.9Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Peppered Beef Jerky, Smoke Other Snacks High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 321kcal 50Protein 3.6Fat 17.9Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Beef Jerky, Peppered Other Snacks High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 286kcal 39.3Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs Southwest Specialty Food Inc. Black Pepper Flavor Beef Jerky, Black Pepper Other Snacks High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 286kcal 39.3Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis Quality, Original Beef Jerky, Smoke, Smoke Other Snacks High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 286kcal 42.9Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis, Beef Jerky, Teriyaki, Teriyaki Other Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 286kcal 42.9Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Beef Jerky, Peppered Other Snacks High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 286kcal 39.3Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Honey Barbecue Beef Jerky, Smoke Other Snacks High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 286kcal 39.3Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs McIlhenny Company Spartan, Premium Beef Jerky, Teriyaki, Teriyaki Other Snacks High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 286kcal 42.9Protein 3.6Fat 21.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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