Agave Syrup
Also listed as Agave Nectar.
Sweeteners
This is what the ingredient is.
Agave syrup is a sweet liquid from the agave plant sold in bottles. Labels may say agave nectar.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is used to sweeten drinks, yogurt, and baking.
Here is what food agencies say.
Sold as a conventional sweetener under FDA rules.
Here is what research has found.
Syrups can appear in undeclared allergen or contamination notices when bottled on shared lines.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Store sealed after opening.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/21/2026