Caffeine Flavour
Also known as: caffeine flavor, caffeine aroma
Caffeine is FDA GRAS for cola-type beverages (up to 0.02%) and widely consumed. FDA has identified ~400 mg/day as not generally associated with adverse effects in healthy adults; pure/highly concentrated caffeine in dietary supplements is restricted.
What it is
Caffeine used as a flavoring/bittering agent in foods and beverages.
Flavor/bittering agent and stimulant added to colas, energy drinks, and some confections.
Why it's flagged
- Insomnia, anxiety, tachycardia at high doses
- Pregnancy intake should be limited
- Children should limit intake
What regulators actually say
"Caffeine. Total content not to exceed 0.02 percent... GRAS when used in cola-type beverages."
"Single doses of caffeine up to 200 mg do not give rise to safety concerns... Daily intakes of caffeine up to 400 mg per day from all sources do not give rise to safety concerns for non-pregnant adults."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS for cola-type beverages under 21 CFR 182.1180; bulk pure caffeine restricted
European Union — EFSA
Single doses up to 200 mg and daily intakes up to 400 mg considered safe for healthy adults (EFSA 2015)
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