apricot juice concentrate

Apricot juice concentrate is a concentrated form of apricot fruit juice derived by removing water content from fresh apricot juice, resulting in a thick, syrup-like substance. It is recognized for its distinctly fruity and sweet apricot flavor profile. Commonly used under the name apricot juice concentrate, this ingredient serves as a natural flavoring agent and food additive in an array of culinary and food manufacturing applications. For reference to its chemical and compositional properties, an authoritative PubChem entry is available. Typically sourced from fresh apricots, the concentrate preserves much of the fruit’s characteristic aroma and sweetness, facilitating easier incorporation into beverages, confectionery, and bakery products.

Apricot juice concentrate occurs naturally through the processing of fresh apricot fruit, concentrating its flavor constituents and sugars by evaporating the water content. It is widely applied in food and beverage industries as a flavoring agent and additive to enhance sensory appeal and sweetness without synthetic components. Usage is governed under guidelines such as FEMA (US) standards for flavoring agents, which permit its application up to certain maximum levels depending on the product type. Its versatility includes incorporation into drinks, jams, desserts, and sauces, where it contributes both flavor and functional sweetness in formulations.

The water solubility of apricot juice concentrate facilitates its use in aqueous food systems, enabling easy blending into liquids or semi-liquid formulations. As a concentrate, it possesses a higher viscosity compared to fresh juice, which affects mixing and texture in product development. The inherent sugars and flavor compounds impart a stable and concentrated fruity profile, though care must be taken in thermal processing to preserve delicate aroma components. These properties influence formulation decisions and processing parameters to maintain product quality and desired sensory characteristics.

None found

FDA Listing of Food Additive Status:	View
Wikipedia:	View

Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavoring agents, food additives
Recommendation for apricot juice concentrate usage levels up to:
	not for fragrance use.

Safety references

None found