Chocho Powder

Chocho powder is derived from the cacao bean, the source of chocolate. The beans are fermented, dried, roasted, and ground to create a powder that retains the natural flavor and some of the beneficial compounds of the cacao bean.

Manufacturers add chocho powder primarily for its rich chocolate flavor and color. It is frequently used in beverages, especially protein and energy drinks, as well as in baked goods, desserts, and confectionery.

Chocho powder is generally recognized as safe by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It contains flavanols, which are antioxidants that may have cardiovascular benefits, though research is ongoing. International bodies like EFSA have evaluated cocoa and cocoa products, but specific evaluations for 'chocho powder' as a distinct ingredient are not readily available. No specific regulatory limits or ADIs have been set by JECFA for chocho powder.