Ingredient

Sweet Pickle Emulsion

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add sweet pickle emulsion to provide a characteristic sweet pickle taste and to …

What it is

Sweet pickle emulsion is a liquid flavoring and emulsifying agent used to impart a sweet and tangy pickle flavor. It is typically made by combining pickle brine, vinegar, sugar, and spices, then processing them into a stable emulsion.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add sweet pickle emulsion to provide a characteristic sweet pickle taste and to help blend oil and water-based ingredients in products. It is commonly found in pickles, relishes, deli salads, and pasta salads.

Health notes

Sweet pickle emulsion is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. The components are common food ingredients, and at typical levels of use, no adverse health effects are expected. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many of the individual components, but not the specific emulsion itself.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. Gluten is not typically present.

Products containing Sweet Pickle Emulsion

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Smart & Final Iris Corporation Twirl Macaroni Pasta Salad, Twirl Macaroni Deli Salads High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 164kcal 3.6Protein 6.4Fat 25Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni Pasta by Shape & Type 171kcal 3.6Protein 6.4Fat 25.7Carbs Unified Grocers, Inc. Macaroni Salad, Macaroni Deli Salads High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 243kcal 3.6Protein 15Fat 23.6Carbs Unified Grocers, Inc. Potato Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 136kcal 1.4Protein 7.1Fat 17.1Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Elbow Macaroni Pasta Salad, Elbow Macaroni Deli Salads 171kcal 3.6Protein 6.4Fat 25.7Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Deviled Egg Potato Salad, Deviled Egg Potato Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving 150kcal 3.6Protein 8.6Fat 15Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Old Fashioned Potato Salad, Old Fashioned Potato Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 164kcal 1.4Protein 9.3Fat 20Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Potato Salad With Egg, Potato With Egg Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 121kcal 1.4Protein 5Fat 19.3Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Red Skin Potato Salad With Herbs, Red Skin Potato With Herbs Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 164kcal 2.1Protein 10Fat 17.1Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Original Potato Salad With Egg, Original Potato With Egg Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 121kcal 1.4Protein 5Fat 19.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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