Lemon Juice Concentrate

Raw materials used in production.

• The main raw materials are lemons, preferably of varieties that have a good balance between acidity and sweetness and that are juice-rich. The growing conditions, harvest, and storage of the lemons will influence the quality of the juice obtained.

Step-by-step summary of its industrial production process.

• Lemons are harvested, sorted, and washed to remove impurities and residues.
• Next, the lemons are pressed to extract the juice.
• The juice is filtered to remove seeds, pulp, and other solid particles.
• The lemon juice is then heated and concentrated through processes like vacuum evaporation, which removes some of the water.
• The concentrate is then cooled and stabilized through pasteurization or other methods to preserve the quality and safety of the product.

Form and color.

Lemon juice concentrate is a viscous liquid, pale yellow or amber in color, with an intensely acidic flavor.

Commercial applications.

Lemon juice concentrate finds application in numerous food sectors as a condiment, acidifying agent, and natural preservative. It is used in beverages, desserts, ice creams, sauces, and as an ingredient in many food products, as well as in cleaning products and cosmetics for its fresh scent and antibacterial properties.