FDAProposed Rule
Food Standards of Identity Modernization; Pasteurized Orange Juice; Proposed Rule; Correction
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Summary
The FDA is proposing to update the official recipe for what can be labeled as pasteurized orange juice to allow for new processing methods that kill harmful bacteria while keeping the juice fresh. This change lets juice makers use modern techniques instead of being limited to older heat treatment methods, which could make juice safer and fresher for consumers.
Key Points
- 1The FDA is modernizing the food standards for pasteurized orange juice by allowing new processing technologies beyond traditional heat pasteurization
- 2This correction addresses and clarifies the proposed rule originally published in 2022 to ensure orange juice manufacturers understand the new requirements
- 3The change allows juice producers to use alternative methods to kill bacteria and extend shelf life while maintaining juice quality and safety
- 4Orange juice companies and the juice industry are the primary groups affected, as they may need to update their production processes
- 5The public had an opportunity to comment on this proposed rule, and the FDA is making clarifications based on that feedback before finalizing it
Key Dates
Published
August 14, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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