Raspberry Pieces
What is Raspberry Pieces?
Raspberry pieces are small fragments of dried or freeze-dried raspberries. They are made by processing fresh raspberries, often by drying them to remove moisture or by flash-freezing them and then breaking them into pieces.
Is Raspberry Pieces vegan?
Raspberry Pieces is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Raspberry Pieces gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Raspberry Pieces a major allergen?
Raspberry pieces are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Raspberry Pieces used for?
Manufacturers add raspberry pieces to provide natural fruit flavor, color, and texture.
Is Raspberry Pieces safe?
Raspberry pieces are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add raspberry pieces to provide natural fruit flavor, color, and texture. They are commonly found in ice cream, yogurt, baked goods like cookies and muffins, granola bars, and cereal.
Health notes
Raspberry pieces are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a food ingredient. They are a source of fiber and antioxidants. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated raspberry and its components, and no significant health concerns are associated with their consumption at typical dietary levels. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from consuming foods containing raspberry pieces.
Allergen info
Raspberry pieces are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
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