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Black Tea Leaf
Black Tea Leaf
Also known as: black tea leaves
Low concern
Black tea is a widely consumed beverage with a long history of safe use. It provides caffeine (~40-70 mg per cup) and polyphenols.
Found in
189 products
What it is
Fermented (oxidized) leaves of Camellia sinensis processed to produce black tea; contains caffeine and polyphenols.
Beverage ingredient; flavoring.
Why it's flagged
- caffeine content
- tannins reduce iron absorption when consumed with meals
- fluoride content with very high intake
What regulators actually say
"For healthy adults, the FDA has cited 400 milligrams a day... as an amount not generally associated with dangerous, negative effects."
"Tea, black, brewed — contains caffeine, theaflavins, and other polyphenols."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Conventional food/beverage; GRAS.
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food; caffeine intake guidance applies.
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