Olives
Also listed as Black Olives, Green Olives, and Canned Olives.
Produce
This is what the ingredient is.
Olives are cured fruit sold green or black, often in jars or cans. Labels may say olives or black olives.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They are eaten as snacks and used on pizza, salads, and antipasto plates.
Here is what food agencies say.
Canned and jarred olives follow FDA canned or acidified food rules depending on process.
Here is what research has found.
Can integrity and rare pathogen issues can appear in olive product recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Often high in sodium. Check stuffed olives for allergens like cheese or nuts.
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 9/17/2026