Ceylon Black Tea
Black tea (Camellia sinensis) is a widely-consumed beverage with a long history of safe use. Contains caffeine (~50-90 mg/cup), polyphenols (theaflavins, thearubigins), and antioxidants.
What it is
Black tea grown in Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon), produced from Camellia sinensis leaves through full oxidation/fermentation.
Brewed as a beverage; used as a flavoring base.
Why it's flagged
- caffeine sensitivity
- pregnancy: limit total caffeine intake
- may inhibit non-heme iron absorption with meals
- potential staining of teeth
What regulators actually say
"All types of tea—green, black, oolong, and white—are produced from the Camellia sinensis plant using different methods. Polyphenols are thought to be responsible for the health benefits that have traditionally been attributed to tea."
"Caffeine in tea Camellia sinensis - Content, absorption, benefits and risks of consumption."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Tea is GRAS as a flavor/food ingredient; caffeine GRAS under 21 CFR 182.1180.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted whole food; positive EFSA health claim for attention.
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