Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, The University of Reading
Food Labelling in the UK - A supporting material page

Table of additive categories

Acid

Emulsifying salts (1)

Modified starch (2)

Acidity regulator

Firming agent

Preservative

Anti-caking agent

Flavour enhancer

Propellant gas

Anti-foaming agent

Flour treatment agent

Raising agent

Antioxidant

Foaming agent

Sequstrant

Bulking agent

Gelling agent

Stabiliser

Colour

Glazing agent

Sweetener

Emulsifier

Humectant

Thickener

Notes:

(1) Only for processed cheeses and products based on processed cheeses.
(2) The specific name or E number shall not be required to be indicated.

 

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