Pomegranate
Also listed as Pomegranate Arils and Pomegranate Seeds.
Produce
This is what the ingredient is.
Pomegranate is a fruit with juicy seed arils. Labels may say pomegranate or arils.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
Arils are eaten fresh and used in salads and drinks.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA produce rules apply.
Here is what research has found.
Packaged arils have appeared in pathogen recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Keep arils 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 9/21/2026