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Camellia sinensis · Leaf
Tea (Camellia sinensis), Camellia sinensis, is a botanical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework, with a permitted limit of Leaf: up to 10 g; Extract: 0.5-2 g; Catechins: 0.3-0.7 g. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | Leaf: up to 10 g; Extract: 0.5-2 g; Catechins: 0.3-0.7 g | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
Permitted dosage by form
| Preparation / form | Permitted daily quantity |
|---|---|
| Leaf | up to 10 g |
| Extract | 0.5-2 g |
| Catechins | 0.3-0.7 g |
Per India's FSSAI Schedule listing for Tea (Camellia sinensis). Quantities are per-day permitted ranges for the stated form — confirm against the current official regulation for your product.
About Tea (Camellia sinensis)
Tea (Camellia sinensis) is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a botanical (Camellia sinensis). It is listed in India's FSSAI schedules under the regulatory name Chai patti. The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tea (Camellia sinensis) permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Tea (Camellia sinensis) (Camellia sinensis) (listed in the regulation as “Chai patti”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Tea (Camellia sinensis)?
The permitted level recorded for Tea (Camellia sinensis) is Leaf: up to 10 g; Extract: 0.5-2 g; Catechins: 0.3-0.7 g. Limits can vary by product type and market — confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Tea (Camellia sinensis) belong to?
Tea (Camellia sinensis) is classified under: Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Tea (Camellia sinensis)?
Tea (Camellia sinensis) corresponds to Camellia sinensis, with the leaf used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.