Coffee Cream
Dairy coffee cream is a conventional food; the major nutritional contributors are saturated fat and small amounts of sugar. Non-dairy coffee creamers historically contained partially hydrogenated oils (trans fats) before 2018 — manufacturers have reformulated to comply with FDA's PHO ban.
What it is
Either dairy cream specifically formulated for coffee whitening (typically 18-30% milkfat) or a non-dairy coffee whitener formulation.
Whitens and adds richness to coffee.
Why it's flagged
- saturated fat
- milk allergen (dairy version)
- added sugars in flavored creamers
What regulators actually say
"FDA finalized its determination that PHOs are no longer Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS); the compliance deadline was January 1, 2021."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standardized dairy product (21 CFR 131.157 light cream) or formulated food; PHOs no longer GRAS in any food (2018).
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food; allergen labeling required.
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