Apple
Also listed as Apples and Fresh Apple.
Produce
This is what the ingredient is.
Apples are a common fresh fruit. Labels may name a variety or simply say apples.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They are eaten fresh, cooked into sauces, and used in juices, cider, and baked goods.
Here is what food agencies say.
Fresh apples fall under FDA produce safety rules. Juice may be pasteurized under FDA juice HACCP rules.
Here is what research has found.
Listeria on whole apples and pathogen issues in apple juice have led to past recalls and advisories.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Wash whole apples. Unpasteurized juice carries higher risk for some groups.
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 9/15/2026