They’re typically packed in 100% fruit juice, light syrup, or water (including water sweetened with stevia). Some varieties are labeled “no sugar added” or “naturally sweetened water.”
Mandarin oranges in fruit cups are commonly packed as pieces, sliced segments, or chunks.
Labels use phrases such as “No Added Sugar” or “no sugar added,” and may note “contains no artificial flavors or artificial sweeteners.” Some packages also indicate the water is sweetened with stevia or call it “naturally sweetened water.”
They’re promoted as ready-to-eat, individually packed items ideal for on-the-go snacking, school lunchboxes, work, and travel.
Product descriptions highlight non-BPA containers and easy-to-open, peel-off lids on individual fruit cups.
The available product details list China, the United States, and Peru as countries of origin.
