Tea is a beverage prepared by steeping cured leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant in hot water.
Tea
Found In
- Beverages
- Foods
The Beverage Bottom Line
Tea 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.
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.