Champagne
Alcoholic beverage. Ethanol is classified by IARC as Group 1 (carcinogenic to humans).
What it is
Sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France made via the méthode champenoise; typically 11-13% alcohol.
Alcoholic beverage; also used in cooking for sauces and desserts.
Why it's flagged
- Ethanol — IARC Group 1 carcinogen
- Dependence risk
- Fetal harm
- Liver damage
What regulators actually say
"GOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems."
"Consumption of alcoholic beverages is causally related to cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, oesophagus, liver, colorectum, and female breast."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Alcoholic beverages regulated by TTB (not FDA). Mandatory health warning label under 27 CFR 16.21.
European Union — EFSA
Defined under EU wine regulations; protected designation of origin (PDO).
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