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Tangerine
Tangerine
Also known as: tangerines
Safe
Tangerines are a whole-food citrus fruit, providing vitamin C, fiber, and flavonoids. Generally very safe; rare individuals may be allergic to citrus.
Found in
316 products
What it is
Citrus tangerina, a small citrus fruit related to mandarin oranges.
Eaten fresh and used in juices, desserts, and savory dishes.
Why it's flagged
- potential drug interactions for sensitive medications
What regulators actually say
"Tangerines, raw, provide 53 kcal, 0.81g protein, 13.3g carbohydrate, and 26.7mg vitamin C per 100g."
"Some citrus fruits can affect drug metabolism through CYP3A4 enzyme inhibition."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS food (fruit)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; traditional fruit
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