Through a direction released on 11th January 2022, FSSAI has clarified that Paullinia cupana as a source of caffeine is permitted to be used as long as the caffeine isolated and purified has the same structure and properties as pure caffeine and the levels of caffeine should comply with FSSR. Prior approval is required only if Guarana extract with standardized caffeine content along with other active components are to be used as a supplement or nutraceutical.
Read the notification here.
