Clementine

A clementine is a type of easy-peeling, sweet, juicy citrus fruit, a hybrid of a mandarin orange and a sweet orange. It is grown in Mediterranean climates, with Spain being a major producer for the UK market. Clementines are typically eaten fresh as a snack or dessert.

Clementines are primarily consumed as a whole fruit. In food manufacturing, their juice or zest may be used to add a natural citrus flavour and aroma to a variety of products. They can be found in baked goods like cakes and pastries, desserts, confectionery, and some beverages.

Clementines are a natural fruit and not a food additive. They are a source of vitamin C and dietary fibre. Like other citrus fruits, they contain natural sugars. There are no specific regulatory evaluations of clementines as a food additive in the UK, as they are a whole food ingredient. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming clementines as part of a balanced diet.