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Grape Must
Grape Must
Low concern
Grape must is a whole-grape-derived liquid containing natural sugars and polyphenols. As a sweetener it contributes free sugars per WHO definition.
Found in
462 products
What it is
Freshly pressed grape juice containing skins, seeds, and stems prior to fermentation.
Wine production base; sweetener (cooked must); ingredient in balsamic vinegar.
Why it's flagged
- high natural sugar content
- may contain sulfites in wine processing
What regulators actually say
"'Grape must' means the liquid product obtained naturally or by physical processes from fresh grapes."
"Free sugars include sugars naturally present in honey, syrups, fruit juices and fruit juice concentrates."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole-fruit derived; if used in wine, regulated by TTB
European Union — EFSA
Regulated under EU wine and food regulations
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