Is Coffee Regulated by the FDA?

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# FDA Regulations on Coffee

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates coffee and the caffeine in it. The FDA limits caffeine amount to 400 mg daily, about four to five cups of coffee. All facilities producing coffee for the US market must register with the FDA. The FDA also regulates additives like flavors and colors in coffee. Coffee facilities must follow rules on equipment, ingredients, processes and finished products.

## Coffee Approval and Caffeine Limits

Does coffee need to be FDA approved?

Yes, in a sense, because coffee facilities must register with the FDA and comply with FDA regulations.

## Summary of FDA Coffee Rules

- Limits caffeine to 400 mg per day.
- Regulates additives such as flavors and colors.
- Requires coffee facilities to follow FDA rules on:
  - Equipment
  - Ingredients
  - Processes
  - Finished products

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