Strawberry Jam
Also known as: strawberry maramalade
Strawberry jam is a sugar-preserved fruit product subject to standards of identity in many jurisdictions. It is high in added sugar and provides modest amounts of vitamin C from the fruit.
What it is
Preserve made from strawberries, sugar, and pectin, cooked to set.
Sweet spread or filling for baked goods and dairy products.
Why it's flagged
- High added sugar
What regulators actually say
"Fruit preserves and jams... are the viscous or semi-solid foods made from a mixture of fruit ingredient and one of the optional sweetening ingredients"
"Council Directive 2001/113/EC on fruit jams, jellies and marmalades"
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standard of identity for fruit preserves and jams (21 CFR 150.160)
European Union — EFSA
EU Council Directive 2001/113/EC on fruit jams
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