Chapter One - Overview of the Canned Citrus Industry

Abstract

Canned citrus is a food with isolated segments that are preserved in a specific container with sugar solution after its sac coating is removed. Because canned citrus products are sterilized after complete sealing, the inherent freshness and nutrition are maintained for a relatively long period. Mandarin oranges, grapefruit, oranges, and hybrid tangerines are frequently used as raw materials for canned citrus products. The canned citrus industry encompasses all activities related to the processing of canned citrus products, which mainly includes citrus plantation, product transportation, packaging or container processing, and processing equipment manufacturing. Canned citrus products account for more than 80% of all processed citrus products. In China and in the global market, these products are traditional exports and the most competitive products, respectively. The Chinese canned citrus industry has recently entered into a stage of stable development and intends to improve product quality.