Pear extract

Pear extract (CAS 90082-43-2), also known commercially as Pyrus communis extract, is a botanical-derived ingredient sourced from the fruit of the common pear tree.

Where is Pear extract used?

• Food and beverage: flavoring for confectionery, baked goods, carbonated drinks and fruit-flavored beverages
• Beverages: juices and nectars
• Flavored water: consistent organoleptic performance batch to batch
• Personal care: fragrance component in body washes, lotions and hair care products
• Flavor houses use it as a building block in compound flavors for dairy products and desserts.

Good to know: Both natural and nature-identical grades are available depending on requirements. Suppliers typically offer documentation supporting compliance with regional flavor regulations including FEMA and EU flavor frameworks.

Commercial specifications

• Liquid and powder forms; liquid concentrates most common for flavor and fragrance applications
• Food-grade specifications standard
• Produced to meet FCC, USP, Ph. Eur., BP, EP or ACS standards where applicable