From Coconut Palm Flower Nectar

Coconut palm flower nectar, also known as coconut sugar, is a sweetener made from the sap of coconut palm flowers. The sap is harvested and then heated to evaporate most of the water, resulting in a granular sugar.

Coconut sugar is used as a natural sweetener in a variety of food products, including baked goods, desserts, and beverages. Manufacturers choose it as an alternative to refined white sugar, often for its perceived natural qualities and slightly caramel-like flavor.

In the U.S., coconut sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Like other sugars, it provides calories and carbohydrates. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various sugars, but specific evaluations for coconut sugar's health effects at typical consumption levels are limited. Evidence on its health impact compared to other sugars is mixed and requires further research.