Pineapple
Also listed as Fresh Pineapple and Pineapple Chunks.
Produce
This is what the ingredient is.
Pineapple is a tropical fruit sold fresh, canned, or frozen. Labels may say pineapple or pineapple chunks.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is eaten fresh, grilled, juiced, and used in desserts and savory dishes.
Here is what food agencies say.
Fresh and canned pineapple fall under FDA produce and canned-food rules.
Here is what research has found.
Can integrity and plant sanitation drive rare recalls of canned pineapple products.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Discard bulging cans. Fresh-cut pineapple should stay refrigerated.
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