Additives
Food additives play a vital role in the global food supply chain, preserving the qualities and characteristics consumers crave. They ensure food safety, nutrition, and appeal from "farm to fork," while adhering to strict regulations for proven utility, consumption safety, and consumer trust.
Precision Detection and Analysis
At Mérieux NutriSciences, we excel at detecting foodborne threats with utmost precision. Our expert analyses offer quantification of various additives, such as antioxidants, dyes and colors, preservatives, flavors and sweeteners, and product enhancers. We commonly test for these additives to ensure the highest quality and safety standards.
Antioxidants
- BHT, BHA
- Gallates,
- Resveratrol
- Isoflavones
- Phytosterols
Dyes and Colorants
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- Natural
- Carotenoids
- Beta – carotene
- Lutein
- Curcumin
- Astaxanthin
- Canthaxanthin
Preservatives
- Sulfur dioxide
- Sorbic acid
- Benzoic acid
- Parabens
- Propionic acid
- Acidulants (lactic, citric, tartaric)
Other Enhancers
- Phosphates
- Glutamates
- Propylene glycol
- Vanillin
- Alcohols
- Pimaricin
- Natamycin
- Nisin
- Nucleotides
Flavors and Sweeteners
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- Vanillin
- Aspartame
- Saccharin
- Cyclamates
Frequently Asked Questions About Food Additive Testing
Frequently Asked Questions About Food Additive Testing
Yes, additive analysis provides precise compositional data required to support product reformulation initiatives. Whether you are replacing artificial preservatives, reducing sodium or synthetic enhancers, or verifying clean label claims, our analytical testing ensures your new formulations remain stable and compliant.
Food additives are strictly regulated by agencies such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and international bodies like the FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius. Compliance requires rigorous verification to meet permitted use levels, purity standards, and accurate ingredient labeling requirements.
Additive testing is essential across a wide spectrum of industries, including processed foods, beverages, dietary supplements, pet food, and packaging materials. Any manufacturer incorporating artificial or natural functional ingredients utilizes testing to confirm safety, quality, and regulatory adherence.