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What is Foodditive?

Foodditive is a community site and iPhone application providing comprehensive information on E-numbered food additives. There are hundreds of food additives which may be used to improve the colourAdded to change or intensify colour in food., flavourA natural or artificial compound used to give food a particular taste or smell., texture, or storage life of food.

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What is (and isn't) a food additive?

Learn more about what is (and is not) considered a food additive.

Natural additives may not be what you expect

While "natural" is often used to convey a sense of wholesomeness and health, clearly there can be different personal interpretations.

Types of colours used in food additives

There are three broad types of colours available to modern food, drug, and cosmetic manufacturers: synthetic, nature identical, and natural.

Are food additives safe?

There has been much debate on the safety of food additives, particularly with the increased quantities and combinations used in modern "convenience food".