Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract
What is Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract?
Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract is made from the entire coffee cherry, including the fruit pulp that surrounds the bean. The fruit is typically dried and then extracted using water or a food-grade solvent to concentrate its beneficial compounds.
Is Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract vegan?
Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract gluten-free?
It is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Is Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract used for?
Manufacturers add this extract for its natural caffeine content, which acts as a stimulant.
Is Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract safe?
Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add this extract for its natural caffeine content, which acts as a stimulant. It is often used in beverages like water enhancers, energy drinks, and teas to provide an energy boost without the typical coffee flavor.
Health notes
Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It contains natural caffeine, which can cause jitteriness or sleep disturbances in sensitive individuals at high doses. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated caffeine and its sources, but specific evaluations for coffee fruit extract may vary.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Organic Whole Coffee Fruit Extract
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