Cannabidiol (CBD)

Cannabidiol (CBD) carries a safety score of 2/5 and appears in 0 indexed US food products. CSPI rates it “Caution.”

Safety score 40.0%

2/5 from FDA SAFFA + CSPI Chemical Cuisine

How common is vs other flagged additives?

Number of indexed products containing each of the most common flagged additives — Cannabidiol (CBD) highlighted.

Indexed products containing each flagged additive. Source: Open Food Facts ingredient lists × FDA SAFFA × CSPI Chemical Cuisine.

Caramel Coloring22612Red 4021595Yellow 518987Carrageenan17853Blue 116643Yellow 613560Sucralose10490Cannabidiol (CBD)0
Indexed products containing each flagged additive. Source: Open Food Facts ingredient lists × FDA SAFFA × CSPI Chemical Cuisine.
CSPI Rating
Caution
Safety Score
2/5

Function

Other

Safety Assessment

Cannabidiol (CBD) has a lower safety score (2/5), indicating notable concerns from food safety researchers or advocacy organizations. Individuals with sensitivities should consider alternatives. CSPI recommends limiting consumption of this ingredient.

What the Data Says About

Cannabidiol (CBD) currently appears in 0 products across the OpenFoodFacts catalog we index, which gives a concrete measure of its footprint on US grocery shelves. Our internal safety score of 2/5 synthesizes FDA Substances Added to Food (SAFFA) regulatory status with the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) Chemical Cuisine classification of "Caution." These two frameworks capture different questions: regulators ask whether exposure at typical intake is acceptable, while consumer-advocacy groups examine cumulative dietary load and vulnerable-population risk.

In food manufacturing, Cannabidiol (CBD) functions as a other. That technical role explains why it recurs across many product categories — formulators select specific additives for stability, shelf life, color, or texture performance, and substitution is rarely a one-for-one swap when regulations or consumer preferences shift. Inspection and outbreak data often trace back to breakdown in the control of exactly these kinds of functional ingredients, either through contaminated batches, undisclosed substitutions, or labeling errors that trigger FDA-initiated recalls.

No specific concern flags are attached to Cannabidiol (CBD) in our current data snapshot beyond the regulatory and CSPI classifications above. That does not rule out individual sensitivity reactions, and anyone managing allergies, elimination diets, or chronic conditions should verify with a qualified healthcare professional before relying on population-level ratings.

Safety Profile at a Glance

Regulatory and safety classifications for Cannabidiol (CBD)
Source Classification Year
FDA SAFFA Not listed 2024
CSPI Chemical Cuisine Caution 2024
PlainFoodSafe Score 2/5 2026
Product footprint 0 products OpenFoodFacts

FDA SAFFA database, CSPI Chemical Cuisine ratings, OpenFoodFacts product index. See methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cannabidiol (CBD) safe to eat?

Cannabidiol (CBD) has a safety score of 2/5. The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) rates it as "Caution." Always check with a healthcare provider if you have specific dietary concerns.

What products contain Cannabidiol (CBD)?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is found in 0 products in our database, spanning various food categories and brands.

What does Cannabidiol (CBD) do in food?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is used as a other in food products.

Where does this ingredient safety data come from?

Safety data comes from the FDA's SAFFA (Substances Added to Food) database, CSPI (Center for Science in the Public Interest) ratings, and the OpenFoodFacts product database. Product counts reflect items cataloged in OpenFoodFacts.