🍊Proposed Rule to Lower Brix Level for Pasteurized Orange Juice
Food Standards of Identity Modernization; Pasteurized Orange Juice
Summary
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is proposing to amend the standard of identity for pasteurized orange juice (POJ) by lowering the minimum orange juice soluble solids content from 10.5[deg] to 10[deg] Brix. We tentatively conclude that this proposed amendment will promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers and provide industry greater flexibility in the manufacture of pasteurized orange juice. This action, if finalized, will respond to a citizen petition submitted by the Florida Citrus Processors Association Inc. and Florida Citrus Mutual Inc.
Agencies
- Health and Human Services Department
- Food and Drug Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed rule to lower the Brix level in pasteurized orange juice could reduce production costs and allow greater flexibility for manufacturers without imposing compliance costs. This change directly impacts the financial dynamics of the orange juice industry, offering manufacturers cost savings and potential new market opportunities.