Methylliberine is a caffeine metabolite present at low levels in various Coffea plants that may serve as a stimulant.

Methylliberine

Found In

  • Beverages
  • Dietary supplements
  • Energy supplements
  • Pre-workout products

Also Known As

  • Dynamine
  • 2-Methoxy-1,7,9-Trimethylpurine-6,8-Dione

The Beverage Bottom Line

Methylliberine is authorized for use in the U.S. Methylliberine has not yet been evaluated for use in beverages in either Europe or 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 Self-Determined)

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

Not yet evaluated.

Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)

Not yet evaluated.

Health Canada

Health Canada has authorized methylliberine for use as a natural health product.

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This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.