Ingredient

Red Papaya

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use red papaya primarily for its flavor and color in fruit-based products. It …

What it is

Red papaya is a tropical fruit, a variety of the papaya plant (Carica papaya). It is known for its sweet, musky flavor and vibrant orange-red flesh. The fruit is typically eaten fresh, but can also be processed into juices, jams, and other food products.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use red papaya primarily for its flavor and color in fruit-based products. It is often found in canned fruit salads, fruit juices, nectars, and desserts like gelatin and puddings. Its natural sweetness can also contribute to the overall taste profile of these foods.

Health notes

Red papaya is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a good source of vitamins A and C, and contains beneficial antioxidants. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated papain, an enzyme found in papaya, but specific evaluations for red papaya as a whole fruit ingredient are not widely cited. At typical consumption levels, it is considered safe and nutritious.

Allergen info

Red papaya is not one of the FDA's nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Red Papaya

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Hy-Vee, Inc. Tropical Fruit Pineapple, Red Papaya And Yellow Papaya In Lightly Sweetened Coconut Water, Tropical Fruit Canned Fruit 62kcal 0Protein 0Fat 15.0Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Tropical Fruit Salad In Light Syrup & Passion Fruit Juice, Tropical Canned Fruit High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 57kcal 0Protein 0Fat 14.8Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Shurfine, Tropical Fruit Salad Canned Fruit 74kcal 0Protein 0Fat 18.0Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Tropical Fruit Salad In Light Syrup & Passion Fruit Juice, Tropical Fruit Salad Canned Fruit High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 71kcal 0Protein 0Fat 17.1Carbs American Roland Food LLC Tropical Fruit Salad Canned Fruit 64kcal 0Protein 0Fat 16.4Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Fruit Singles In Light Syrup, Tropical Fruit, Tropical Fruit Canned Fruit 62kcal 0Protein 0Fat 15.9Carbs CKK Paradiso, Inc. Tropical Fruit Salad In Light Syrup Canned Fruit 64kcal 0Protein 0Fat 15.7Carbs Port Royal Sales, Ltd. Tropical Fruit Salad In Light Syrup Canned Fruit 64kcal 0Protein 0Fat 16Carbs Pacific Coast Producers Tropical Fruit In Lightly Sweetened Coconut Water Canned Fruit 62kcal 0Protein 0Fat 15.0Carbs Family Dollar Stores Inc. Tropical Fruit Salad In Light Syrup, Tropical Canned Fruit High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 86kcal 0Protein 0Fat 21.4Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Papaya In Lightly Sweetened Coconut Water Canned Fruit 62kcal 0Protein 0Fat 14.2Carbs Cachere Distributing Inc. Tropical Medley In Light Syrup Canned Fruit 71kcal 0Protein 0Fat 16.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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