Orange Juice
Also listed as OJ, 100% Orange Juice, and Fresh Orange Juice.
Beverages
This is what the ingredient is.
Orange juice is juice from oranges. Labels may say orange juice or 100% orange juice.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is drunk as a beverage and used in marinades and desserts.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA juice HACCP rules apply to processors; pasteurization is common for retail juice.
Here is what research has found.
Unpasteurized juice has been linked to pathogen outbreaks historically.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Higher-risk groups are usually advised to choose pasteurized juice. Refrigerate 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 9/16/2026