Pulp
Pulp as a generic ingredient term is non-specific; the actual safety depends on the source fruit/vegetable. Consumers cannot determine the source from the label alone.
What it is
Generic term for fibrous fruit or vegetable pulp remaining after juicing or processing.
Adds fiber, texture, and natural fruit/vegetable solids to juices, jams, and prepared foods.
What regulators actually say
"Orange juice with pulp is the food prepared by adding orange juice and orange juice for manufacturing... with pulp washed from the extracted citrus juice cells."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted when sourced from approved food crops; standard of identity may apply (e.g., orange juice with pulp under 21 CFR 146.140).
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; specific source must comply with EU food law.
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