Bundesinstitut Issues Warning on Dangers of Caffeine Powder

The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment cautions against the risk of overdose from caffeine powder, particularly among athletes.

The BfR highlights the high risk of accidental overdose with pure or highly concentrated caffeine powders sold online as supplements.
As little as one to two teaspoons of caffeine powder can be lethal, with symptoms including severe restlessness, nausea, and heart issues.
The European Food Safety Authority recommends a maximum of 0.2 grams of caffeine per dose for healthy adults, far less than what is typically consumed in powdered form.
Measuring such small amounts accurately is challenging with standard kitchen scales, increasing the risk of dangerous overdoses.
A recent fatality in Germany involved a young woman who ingested two teaspoons of caffeine powder, underscoring the potential dangers.