Fruit juice
What is Fruit juice?
Fruit juice is the liquid extracted from fresh fruits. It is produced by pressing, crushing, or blending whole fruits and then often filtering the resulting pulp to achieve a smooth consistency. The flavour, colour, and aroma are characteristic of the fruit it comes from.
Is Fruit juice vegan?
Fruit juice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Fruit juice a major allergen?
Fruit juice is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Fruit juice used for?
Fruit juice is primarily used to impart a natural fruit flavour and sweetness to a wide range of food products.
Is Fruit juice safe?
Fruit juice is not regulated as a food additive in the UK and is considered a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Fruit juice is primarily used to impart a natural fruit flavour and sweetness to a wide range of food products. It can also contribute to the colour and moisture content. Common applications include confectionery, sauces, desserts, and beverages.
Health notes
Fruit juice is not regulated as a food additive in the UK and is considered a food ingredient. While it contains natural sugars, it also provides vitamins and minerals. The NHS advises that fruit juice counts towards daily fruit and vegetable intake, but consumption should be limited due to its sugar content, especially for children.
Allergen info
Fruit juice is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Fruit juice
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