Ground Arabica Coffee

Ground Arabica coffee comes from the roasted beans of the Arabica coffee plant, native to Ethiopia. It is a widely consumed beverage ingredient, known for its distinct aroma and flavor profile.

Manufacturers use ground Arabica coffee primarily as a flavor ingredient in a variety of food and beverage products. It is most commonly found in coffee drinks, baked goods, and desserts where a coffee flavor is desired.

Ground Arabica coffee is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use as a food ingredient. The FDA has not set specific regulations for coffee as a food additive. JECFA has evaluated coffee and coffee extracts, but did not set a numeric acceptable daily intake. Caffeine, a natural component of coffee, is a stimulant. High caffeine intake can cause jitteriness, anxiety, and sleep disturbances in some individuals. Evidence regarding long-term health effects of moderate coffee consumption is mixed, with some studies suggesting potential benefits and others showing no significant impact.