Carbon Dioxide
Food-grade carbon dioxide (CO2) is a purified form of carbon dioxide (gas) specifically produced to meet strict purity standards for use in food and beverage applications such as in carbonated beverages.
Found In
- Carbonated beverages
- Carbonated beverages
Also Known As
- E290
- E290
The Beverage Bottom Line
Carbon dioxide is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Carbon dioxide is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
FDA U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed)
In 1979, health aspects of carbon dioxide as a food ingredient were evaluated.
Learn more →EFSA European Food Safety Authority
Safe for intended uses. Authorized for use in the EU (additives).
Safety evaluation to be updated.
Learn more →JECFA Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →Health Canada
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025