Essential Guide to Food Additives

Food Additives Guide

Essential Guide to Food Additives by Mike Saltmarsh is a comprehensive reference book explaining the role, safety, and applications of food additives in the food industry. It covers different types of additives, their sources, uses, safety evaluations, and regulatory requirements. The book provides updated information on European food additive legislation and serves as a practical resource for food manufacturers, food science students, researchers, and consumers interested in understanding what is added to food.

Key Features:

• Detailed overview of food additives and their functions
• Explains why additives are used in food production
• Covers additive safety and regulatory standards
• Includes EU food additive legislation and updates
• Provides information on sources and applications of additives
• Discusses preservatives, emulsifiers, stabilizers, and other additives
• Useful reference for food industry professionals and students
• Practical guide for understanding modern food technology