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Apricot Jam
Apricot Jam
Also known as: apricot marmalade
Low concern
Apricot jam is a high-sugar fruit preserve. FDA standard of identity for jams (21 CFR 150.160) requires at least 45 parts fruit per 55 parts sweetener.
Found in
76 products
What it is
Preserve made from apricots cooked with sugar (and sometimes pectin/acid) to a spreadable gel.
Spread, baking ingredient, glaze.
Why it's flagged
- high added sugar
What regulators actually say
"Preserves and jams are the viscous or semi-solid foods made from a mixture composed of not less than 45 parts by weight of one of the optional fruit ingredients to each 55 parts by weight of one of the optional saccharine ingredients."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standardized food under 21 CFR 150.160 (fruit preserves and jams).
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food.
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