Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal

Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal

Caffeine is a white, crystalline power with the formula C 8 H 10 N 4 O 2. It is moderately soluble in cold water, but much more soluble at higher temperatures. It is slightly soluble in ethanol. It is a purine, with two, heterocyclic rings fused together.

Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade is for use in food applications and other consumable processes. It can be an ingredient used in food and beverages to balance flavors.

Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal (CAS 58-08-2) is a white, odorless, crystalline solid with the molecular formula C8H10N4O2 and a molecular weight of 194.19. It’s a purine that dissolves moderately in cold water, much better in hot water, and only slightly in ethanol. Listed specs include a melting point of 235 to 239 °C, a density of 1.23 g/cm³ at 18 °C, heavy metals at a maximum of 10 ppm, and passing results for chromatographic impurities, clarity of solution and readily carbonizable substances. The grade is USP/FCC (Food), and it carries Kosher, Halal, GMO Free and GRAS badges. Under Product Manuals you’ll find the SDS, Technical Data Sheet, Kosher and Halal certifications, GRAS document and more, plus Certificates of Analysis by lot.

Most buyers use this caffeine in food and beverage work, where it’s added to balance flavors, and in other consumable processes. The real headaches aren’t usually chemical. They’re missing paperwork and the wrong size. You need the right grade, the certificates in hand, and a quantity that fits your run. Sizes run from 1 lb up to 25 kg, and the Safety and Shipping tab lists this product as Not DOT regulated. Choose a size, set up Autoship if you reorder often, or ask us for a quote on larger volumes. We’ll keep it on budget, on time, every time. Request a quote and tell us what you need.

Common Uses and Applications

Flavor balancing in foods and beverages

Ingredient in food applications

Beverage formulation and recipe development

Other consumable processes

Formulations that call for USP grade

Batches needing Kosher or Halal paperwork

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Q: What is Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade used for? A: It’s used in food applications and other consumable processes. In foods and beverages it can be added to balance flavors.

Q: What does USP/FCC (Food) Grade mean, and is it suitable for food applications? A: USP/FCC (Food) Grade is the grade listed for this product, and the page marks it as suitable for food applications. A Food Grade Statement is available under Product Manuals, and our Chemical Grades guide explains how grades compare.

Q: What sizes are available, and does it ship as hazmat? A: You can order 500 g, 1 lb, 1 kg, 2.5 kg, 12.5 kg, 50 lb or 25 kg. The Safety and Shipping tab says “Not DOT regulated.”

Q: How do I get the SDS and Certificate of Analysis? A: The SDS and Technical Data Sheet are linked in the Business Support icons near the top of the page and listed under Product Manuals. Certificates of Analysis for each lot sit in the Certificates of Analysis sub tab right beside them.

Q: How should it be stored? A: Check the SDS for this product’s handling and storage details. Our How to Store Caffeine guide adds practical tips.

Q: Is this caffeine Kosher and Halal certified? A: The product carries Kosher and Halal badges. Both certifications are listed under Product Manuals.

Q: Does this caffeine have a GRAS reference? A: The Safety and Shipping tab lists GRAS Reference Citation 21CFR 182.1180. A GRAS document is also available under Product Manuals.

Q: What does the powder look like, and what does it dissolve in? A: It’s a white, odorless, crystalline powder. It dissolves moderately in cold water, more in hot water, and only slightly in ethanol.

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