Pumpkin Juice
What is Pumpkin Juice?
Pumpkin juice is a liquid extracted from pumpkins, a type of winter squash. It is made by pureeing cooked pumpkin and then straining the pulp to separate the juice. The resulting liquid can be used in beverages and food products.
Is Pumpkin Juice vegan?
Pumpkin Juice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Pumpkin Juice gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Pumpkin Juice a major allergen?
Pumpkin is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Pumpkin Juice used for?
Manufacturers use pumpkin juice primarily as a flavoring agent and a source of natural color in foods.
Is Pumpkin Juice safe?
Pumpkin juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use pumpkin juice primarily as a flavoring agent and a source of natural color in foods. It adds a subtle, earthy sweetness and a characteristic orange hue. It is often found in baked goods like muffins and pastries, as well as in candies and some frozen breakfast items.
Health notes
Pumpkin juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of vitamins and antioxidants, such as beta-carotene. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated pumpkin and its derivatives, but specific evaluations for pumpkin juice may vary. At typical consumption levels in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Pumpkin is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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