Coconut Water

Also listed as Coco Water and Pure Coconut Water.

Beverages

This is what the ingredient is.

Coconut water is the clear liquid from young coconuts. Labels may say coconut water.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is drunk as a beverage and used in smoothies.

Here is what food agencies say.

Sold as a beverage under FDA labeling rules; coconut is labeled as a tree nut allergen in the US.

Here is what research has found.

Pathogen contamination of coconut water has appeared in past recalls.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Contains coconut (tree nut labeling). Refrigerate after opening.

Sources

  • FDA Food Labeling
  • USDA FSIS
  • FDA Recalls

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/17/2026