Organic Green Tea Extract

Organic green tea extract is a concentrated form of compounds found in green tea leaves. It is made by steeping dried green tea leaves in water or other solvents to extract beneficial compounds, then removing the liquid to create a powder or liquid concentrate. It is often used for its flavor and potential health-promoting properties.

Manufacturers add organic green tea extract to foods and beverages for its characteristic flavor and as a source of antioxidants. It is commonly found in fruit and vegetable juices, other drinks, and some other beverages, where it can contribute to a 'green' or slightly bitter taste profile.

Organic green tea extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It contains antioxidants, such as catechins, which have been studied for various health effects. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated green tea extracts, noting their antioxidant properties. While generally considered safe in typical food amounts, very high doses of concentrated green tea extracts have been linked to liver issues in some rare cases, though this is not typically a concern with amounts found in food.