TL;DR

Pepsi Zero Sugar contains 38 mg of caffeine per 12 oz can (355 ml / 12 oz). That is about 40% of the caffeine in a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). Concentration: 10.7 mg per 100 ml.

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Pepsi Zero Sugar Caffeine Content by Serving

Figures are for Pepsi Zero Sugar (PepsiCo).

ServingVolumeCaffeinePer 100 mlLevel
12 oz can355 ml / 12 oz38 mg10.7 mgLow

Source: caffeine figures from Caffeine Informer, accessed 2026-06-11. Values can vary by batch, location, and preparation; check the label or the source for the latest figures.

How Pepsi Zero Sugar Compares to Coffee

At 38 mg per 12 oz can, Pepsi Zero Sugar delivers about 40% of the caffeine in a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). For a wider comparison across drinks, try the caffeine comparison tool or browse the full caffeine database.

When to Stop Drinking Pepsi Zero Sugar Before Bed

A 12 oz can of Pepsi Zero Sugar (38 mg) stays under the 50 mg sleep-ready threshold from the first sip, so a normal serving is unlikely to delay sleep on its own. Multiple servings stack, though: caffeine's median half-life is about 5 hours, so a second or third serving in the afternoon can still add up past 50 mg by bedtime.

The Pepsi Zero Sugar sleep cutoff page has last-call times for four bedtimes, and the caffeine half-life calculator personalizes the curve to your metabolism.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A 12 oz can of Pepsi Zero Sugar contains 38 mg of caffeine, per Caffeine Informer (accessed 2026-06-11). That is about 40% of the caffeine in a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg).
Not by itself. The FDA's guideline for healthy adults is 400 mg per day, so it would take about 10 servings of Pepsi Zero Sugar to reach the limit. Servings this size mostly matter when they stack with coffee, tea, or energy drinks across the day.
Caffeine's median half-life is about 5 hours, so the 38 mg in a 12 oz can drops to roughly 19 mg after 5 hours and 10 mg after 10 hours. Individual half-lives range from about 2 to 12 hours depending on CYP1A2 genetics, medications, smoking, and pregnancy. Model your own curve with the caffeine half-life calculator.
A 12 oz can of Pepsi Zero Sugar stays under 50 mg, so one serving is unlikely to delay sleep at any reasonable hour. If you have several servings, or combine it with coffee or energy drinks, use the Pepsi Zero Sugar sleep cutoff page and the half-life calculator to check your evening total.

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Medical Disclaimer: Caffeine values are approximate figures from the cited public sources. Actual content may vary by batch, location, and preparation, and caffeine metabolism varies widely between individuals. This page is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. The FDA guideline for healthy adults is up to 400 mg of caffeine per day; the recommended limit during pregnancy is 200 mg per day. Consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance.