What is Additive Free?

An additive is any substance that is added to achieve a technological function. Additive Free means the product does NOT contain any of the below additives.

The various functions that additives perform are as follows:

Acids / Acidity Regulators - Ensures consistent acidity level is maintained. 

Anti-Caking Agents - Reduces ingredients to adhere and clump.

Anti-Foaming Agents - Prevents excessive frothing or scum forming when food is boiled.

Antioxidants (Artificial) - Prevents ingredients from oxidising, which can lead to rancidity and colour changes.

Bleaching Agents - These are used to whiten flours.

Bulking Agents - Increase bulk-volume of food without contributing significantly to the overall energy content.

Colours (Artificial & Natural) - Adds or restores colour to food.

Emulsifiers - Stabilises processed food to prevent fats from separating 

Firming Agents / Stabilisers - Ensures food consistency is maintained via even dispersion of solid and semi-solid food.

Flavours & Flavour Enhancers - Enhances the existing taste or odour of a food.

Foaming Agents - Maintain the uniform dispersion of gases in aerated foods.

Gelling Agents - Modifies the texture of the food through gel formation.

Glazing Agents - Gives food a shiny appearance and/or a protective coating.

Humectants - Prevents moist foods from drying out.

Mineral Salts - Improve texture or water-holding capacity. They can increase plumpness and help firmness.

Preservatives - Extends shelf life and & prevents food from spoiling by inhibiting microorganisms.

Raising Agents - Liberate gases, increasing the volume of a food and often used in baked goods.

Sweeteners - Replace the sweetness normally provided by sugars without contributing significantly to the overall energy content.

Thickeners - Increase the viscosity of a food.

Vegetable Gums - Derived from plant sources and improves the texture and consistency of food.

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