Green coffee extract is an extract from unroasted beans. It is a source of antioxidants (polyphenols).
Green Coffee Extract (Caffeinated)
Found In
- Energy drinks
- Weight loss supplements
Also Known As
- GCE
The Beverage Bottom Line
Green coffee extract (caffeinated) 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)
Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS, GRAS Self-Determined)
In 2020, FDA had no objections with the use of coffee fruit extract in beverages.
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Seeds of Coffea spp. were used for human consumption to a significant degree within the Union before 15 May 1997 and, thus, not considered to be ‘novel’.
In 2020, EFSA assessed the safety of the infusion from coffee leaves (Coffea arabica L. and/or Coffea canephora Pierre ex A.Froehner).
In 2011, EFSA evaluated health claims related to coffee.
Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
Not yet evaluated.
Health Canada
Health Canada has no objection to the use of whole coffee fruit derivatives (including the seed or “bean”) in beverages.
Consultation with Health Canada is recommended for clarification on use of this extract.
This page was last updated on 7/4/2025.