Green tea extract may be used as a source of antioxidants.
Green Tea Extract
Found In
- Energy drinks
- Teas
- Weight loss supplements
Also Known As
- Epigallocatechin Gallate/EGCG/Catechins
- Extract from Camellia Sinensis/Polyphenols
The Beverage Bottom Line
Green tea extract 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)
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Safe for intended uses.
In 2018, EFSA affirmed the safety of green tea catechins when used in foods.
In 2012, EFSA evaluated health claims related to a combination of Paullinia cupana Kunth (guarana) and Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze (green tea) extracts.
In 2011, EFSA evaluated health claims related to Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze (tea).
Epigallocatechin gallate as a purified extract from green tea leaves (Camellia sinensis) is a novel food.
Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
Not yet reviewed by JECFA.
Health Canada
Permitted as supplemental ingredient. Ingredient has a history of safe use as a food.
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.