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Not necessarily. Whole leaf and crude Stevia extracts are currently not considered GRAS (generally recognized as safe) and have not been approved as food additives.

Only specific manufacturers of the highly refined extracts (Rebaudioside A) have been given GRAS status. These companies and products are listed on FDA's website under "GRAS Notices."

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