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Additives Directory
A reference for E-numbers and food additives: what they are, where they appear, and how they are regulated.
Tartrazine
A synthetic yellow azo dye used to color food and drinks.
View details →Sulphite ammonia caramel
A 'Class IV' caramel color produced with sulphite and ammonia compounds.
View details →Beta-carotene
An orange pigment from plants that the body converts into vitamin A.
View details →Titanium dioxide
A white mineral pigment used as a colorant and opacifier.
View details →Potassium sorbate
The potassium salt of sorbic acid, used to inhibit mold and yeast.
View details →Sodium benzoate
The sodium salt of benzoic acid, effective in acidic foods and drinks.
View details →Sulphur dioxide
A gaseous preservative used to prevent browning and microbial growth.
View details →Sodium nitrite
A curing salt that gives cured meats their pink color and inhibits Clostridium botulinum.
View details →Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
Vitamin C, used both as a nutrient and as a food antioxidant.
View details →Lecithin
A group of phospholipids that act as natural emulsifiers.
View details →Citric acid
An organic acid that gives citrus fruit its tartness, used to adjust pH and flavor.
View details →Carrageenan
A polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed, used to thicken and stabilize.
View details →Xanthan gum
A polysaccharide produced by bacterial fermentation, used as a thickener and stabilizer.
View details →Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
Partial glycerides of fatty acids, the most widely used emulsifier in the food industry.
View details →Monosodium glutamate (MSG)
The sodium salt of glutamic acid, used to add savory umami flavor.
View details →Aspartame
A low-calorie artificial sweetener made from two amino acids.
View details →Sucralose
A heat-stable artificial sweetener about 600 times sweeter than sugar.
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Information is sourced from public regulatory bodies (EFSA, FDA, WHO) and is for reference only. Always read the package and consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.