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Candied Lemon Zest
Candied Lemon Zest
Low concern
Whole-food fruit zest preserved with sucrose; primary concern is high added-sugar content.
Found in
13 products
What it is
Lemon peel cooked in sugar syrup until preserved and translucent.
Confectionery ingredient and bakery decoration.
Why it's flagged
- High added sugar
What regulators actually say
"Essential oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates)... Lemon (Citrus limon (L.) Burm.)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS food (lemon peel) preserved with sugar
European Union — EFSA
Permitted food
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