Coffee is brewed from the dried, roasted and ground seeds of predominantly the arabica or robusta species, which is grown in more than 40 countries around the world. Coffee is prepared in either the caffeinated or decaffeinated form.
Coffee
Found In
- Beverages
- Foods
- Ice creams
Also Known As
- Java
The Beverage Bottom Line
Coffee 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
U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)
Considered a food. Can be an ingredient added to food.
FDA has issued its perspective on caffeinated beverages, including coffee.
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.