Rockstar Original Energy Drink

Name: Rockstar Original Energy Drink
Brand: Rockstar

Barcode 811269008119

CAUTION

Is Rockstar Original Energy Drink safe?

Rockstar Original Energy Drink is rated CAUTION by BannedPantry: its label lists 1 ingredient that is banned or restricted outside the US — Benzoic Acid (EU). All of them are still legal to sell in the US.

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Flagged ingredients (1)

Benzoic Acidmedium

Banned or restricted in: EU

EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 permits benzoic acid (E210) only in specified food categories at set maximum levels and prohibits it in foods for infants and young children; the US permits broader use.

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Full ingredient list

Carbonated water, sucrose, glucose, citric acid, taurine (1000mg/8 fl oz), sodium citrate, natural and artificial flavors, caffeine (160mg/16 fl oz), sorbic acid (preserves freshness), benzoic acid (preserves freshness), niacinamide (Vitamin B3), pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5), pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12), caramel color.

Common questions

Is Rockstar Original Energy Drink banned in the United States?

No — every ingredient in Rockstar Original Energy Drink is currently legal to sell in the US. However, Benzoic Acid is banned or restricted in other regions: Benzoic Acid (EU).

Which ingredients in Rockstar Original Energy Drink are flagged?

Benzoic Acid: EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 permits benzoic acid (E210) only in specified food categories at set maximum levels and prohibits it in foods for infants and young children; the US permits broader use.

What does the CAUTION rating mean?

BannedPantry checks each labeled ingredient against food and cosmetic safety standards from the EU, UK, Canada, Japan, and California, with a citation for every flag. CAUTION means one or more labeled ingredients are restricted (but not outright banned) by a major overseas regulator. Ratings are never influenced by brands.

What can I buy instead of Rockstar Original Energy Drink?

Comparable products without the flagged ingredients include OLIPOP Doc Pop with Caffeine 12-pack (OLIPOP), GURU Organic Energy Drink 12-pack (GURU), Mati Sparkling Organic Energy 12-pack (Mati). You can also scan any product's barcode free at https://bannedpantry.com to check it before you buy.

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