Concentrate
'Concentrate' is a generic umbrella term that does not identify the source ingredient or its safety profile. Concentrated juices and pastes typically contribute significant added sugars; concentrated savory ingredients can contribute sodium.
What it is
Generic umbrella term for any concentrated food ingredient (juice, vegetable, dairy, etc.) where water has been removed.
Variable — sweetening, coloring, flavor concentration, preservation.
Why it's flagged
- Juice concentrates contribute concentrated sugars; savory concentrates contribute concentrated sodium
What regulators actually say
"Ingredients required to be declared on the label or labeling of a food shall be listed by common or usual name in descending order of predominance by weight."
"The name of the food shall be its legal name; in the absence of such a name, its customary name; or a descriptive name."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Specific source must be declared on labels under 21 CFR 101.4
European Union — EFSA
Specific identity required under Regulation 1169/2011
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