Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid
What is Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid?
Pear puree is made from cooked and blended pears. Ascorbic acid, also known as Vitamin C, is often added to help preserve the color and flavor of the fruit.
Is Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid vegan?
Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid used for?
Manufacturers add pear puree with ascorbic acid to provide fruit flavor and texture in foods.
Is Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid safe?
Pear puree is a source of fruit nutrients.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add pear puree with ascorbic acid to provide fruit flavor and texture in foods. It's commonly found in frozen meals, entrees, and appetizers, adding a natural fruit component.
Health notes
Pear puree is a source of fruit nutrients. Ascorbic acid is a nutrient and antioxidant. The FDA considers ascorbic acid GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) for use in food. JECFA has evaluated ascorbic acid and set an acceptable daily intake. No significant health concerns are associated with typical dietary intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Pear is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens, and ascorbic acid is synthesized.
Foods that contain Pear Puree With Ascorbic Acid
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