Food Additives Directory

Comprehensive information about common food additives, their uses, safety, and what to know about them

E200

Sorbic Acid

A natural preservative used to inhibit molds, yeasts, and fungi in various foods...

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E300

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Antioxidant and vitamin.

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E950

Acesulfame Potassium

Artificial sweetener, 200 times sweeter than sugar.

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E951

Aspartame

Artificial sweetener, about 200 times sweeter than sugar.

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E211

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative that inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeast, and molds.

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E621

Monosodium Glutamate

Flavor enhancer that intensifies savory tastes.

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E250

Sodium Nitrite

Preservative and color fixative in cured meats.

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E420

Sorbitol

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant.

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E415

Xanthum Gum

Thickening and stabilizing agent.

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E407

Carrageenan

hickener and stabilizer extracted from red seaweed.

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E500

Sodium Bicarbonate

Leavening agent and pH regulator.

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E282

Calcium Propionate

Antifungal agent used as a preservative.

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E102

Tartrazine

Synthetic yellow dye.

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E321

Butylated Hydroxytoluene

Antioxideant preservative.

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E322

Lecithin

Emulsifier that helps blend ingredients.

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E440

Pectin

Gelling agent extracted from fruits.

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E330

Citric Acid

Acidulant that adds a sour taste.

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E422

Glycerol

Humectant, sweetener, and solvent.

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E223

Sodium Metabisulfite

Preservative and antioxidant

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E414

Acacia Gum

Emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent.

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E202

Potassim Sorbate

Preservative that inhibits mold and yeast growth.

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E968

Erythritol

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener.

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E1520

Propylene Glycol

Humectant, solvent, and preservative.

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E428

Gelatin

Gelling agent derived from collagen.

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E171

Titanium Dioxide

Whitening agent and pigment.

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E412

Guar Gum

Thickener and stabilizer extracted from guar beans.

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E955

Sucralose

Artificial sweetener, about 600 times sweeter than sugar.

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E150

Caramel Color

Brown coloring agent.

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E433

Polysorbate 80

Emulsifier and surfactant.

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E170

Calcium Carbonate

Antacid and dietary calcium supplement.

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E334

Tartaric Acid

Acidulant that adds tartness to foods.

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E160b

Annatto

Natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree.

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E481

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate

Emulsifier that helps mix fats and water.

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E385

Calcium Disodium EDTA

Preservative and chelating agent.

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E320

BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole)

Antioxidant preservative.

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E301

Sodium Ascorbate

Antioxidant and preservative.

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E270

Lactic Acid

Acidulant and preservative.

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E331

Sodium Citrate

Buffering agent and emulsifier.

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E508

Potassium Chloride

Salt substitute and electrolyte replenisher.

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E575

Glucono Delta-Lactone

Acidulant and leavening agent.

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E160c

Paprika Extract

Natural colorant and flavor enhancer.

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E300

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Antioxidant and vitamin.

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E162

Beet Red

Natural coloring agent.

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E551

Silicon Dioxide

Anti-caking agent.

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E252

Potassium Nitrate

Preservative and color fixative in cured meats.

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E160a

Beta-Carotene

A natural pigment used to color foods and as a source of Vitamin A.

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E410

Locust Bean Gum

A thickening agent derived from the seeds of the carob tree.

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E297

Fumaric Acid

A food acid used as a preservative and flavoring agent.

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E234

Nisin

A natural preservative produced by fermentation, used to inhibit bacterial growt...

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E150a

Caramel Color

A widely used food coloring that gives a brown color to various foods and drinks...

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