E for additives completely revised bestselling number guide. Jul 23, 2011 if you live in north america, you may not know about e numbers. They are commonly found on food labels throughout the european union. If you have any questions, or need the bot to ignore the links, or the page altogether, please visit this simple faq for additional information. Food additives numbering systems e system developed by the european economic community eec number and description e. The inssystems broaderthan the esystem and is intended as an identification system for food additives approved for use in one or more countries.
Food additives are often synthetic and artificially derived chemicals which are used in processed food to keep them fresh or to enhance their colour, flavour or texture 1. If you live in north america, you may not know about e numbers. This largely uses the same numbers but without the e. E numbers e stands for europe are codes for substances used as food additives for use. Your guide to avoiding food additives nourished life australia. Compiled by food industry experts with a proven track record of producing high quality reference work, this volume is the definitive resource for technologists. It is aimed at providing a short designation of what may be a lengthy actual name. Such an inclusion for the purposes of defining and recognising the justified use of a class of food additives should not necessarily imply that such uses should be labelled on the final. E numbers are also encountered on food labelling in other jurisdictions, including the cooperation council for the arab states of.
Ins number number according to the international numbering system, this number is usually. The international numbering system for food additives ins has been prepared by the codex committee on food additives and contaminants ccfac for the purpose of providing an agreed international numerical system for identifying food additives in ingredient lists as an alternative to the declaration of the. The numbering scheme follows that of the international numbering system ins as determined by the codex alimentarius committee, though only. Some additives and uses which are now longer needed are not entered in annex il. A consumers dictionary of food additives, 7th edition. Nowadays, food additives are very widespread in the human diet, but not all of them are synthetic and. The produced food is functional, convenient, and enriched.
The numbering scheme follows that of the international numbering system ins as determined by the codex alimentarius committee though only a subset of the ins additives are approved for use in the european union. Id numbers are used for labeling purposes on food labels and it consists of three or four digits. All are based on documents from the codex alimentarius commission referenced in footnotes. The codex alimentarius and the european legislation on food. The international numbering system for food additives ins is a european based naming system for food additives, aimed at providing a short designation of what may be a lengthy actual name. International numbering system ins as determined by the codex alimentarius committee though only a subset of the ins additives is approved for use in the european union. If this number is prefixed by the letter e, these denote additives used in the european union and approved for use in australia and new zealand. The codex alimentarius commission created the international numbering system for food additives ins. Common food acids include vinegar, citric acid, tartaric acid, malic acid, folic acid, fumaric acid, and lactic ac. The list may include those additives that have not. Acids food acids are added to make flavors sharper, and also act as preservatives and antioxidants. Larry branen, 9780824793432, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Artificial food colors and attentiondeficithyperactivity.
Inclusion in the ins does not imply approval by codex for use as food additives. Ins system the international numbering system for food additives is a europeanbased naming system for food additives. This system identifies food additives, similar to the enumbering. The international numbering system ins is the world standard for classifying everything associated with food and uses the numbers 100 to 199 for color additives approved for use or not from the codex alimentarius book of food established in 1963 by the food and agriculture organization fao and world health organization who. Code numbers use less space on labels than names of additives. The codex alimentarius and the european legislation on. In addition, the codex guidelines, cacgl 361989 class. This is the ins number, the international numbering system ins for food additives. Reading of number according to international system of numeration. Descriptions in plain english of more than 12, 000 ingredients both harmful and desirable found in foods winter, ruth on. Offering over 2000 useful references and more than 200 helpful tables, equations, drawings, and photographs, this book presents research on food phosphates, commercial starches, antibrowning agents, essential fatty acids, and fat substitutes, as well as studies on consumer perceptions of food additives. If this number is prefixed by the letter e, these denote additives used in the european union and approved for use in.
International numbering system for food additives ins. The ins systems broader than the e system and is intended as an identification system for food additives approved for use in one or more countries. Although many reports, books, monographs, articles, etc. The food additive functional classes are based on the codex class names and the international numbering system ins for food additives cacgl 361989 clicking a functional class will display a list of all food additives associated with that function. The aim is to harmonize indian legislation and make consultation easier.
Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. The numbering scheme follows that of the international numbering system ins as determined by the codex alimentarius committee though only a subset of the ins additives are approved. The union list was established after the transfer of the food additives permitted for use in foods under directives 9435ec, 9436ec and 952ec, in a new food categorisatian system. It is defined by codex alimentarius, the international food standards organisation.
In addition, the codex guidelines, cacgl 361989 class names and the international numbering system, has been incorporated into this standard. Acidity regulators acidity regulators are used to change or otherwise control the acidity and alkalinity. Food additives are always included in the ingredient lists of foods in which they are used. Food additive intake assessment seppo salminen, raija tahvonen risks and benefits of food additives susan s. Handbook of food additives third edition drink sector. About us international food additives council ifac. Other documents related to food additives or legislation can be found under the bookmark documents in the food additives top window. Food additives are an essential part of the contemporary food system, providing definite advantages in terms of peoples way of life. Quinoline yellow ws project gutenberg selfpublishing. Significant progress has been made in the field of health and nutrition.
E numbers international numbering system of food additives. Listed on the label in descending order by weight, they go by three digit numbers known as the international numbering system ins. Lets read the below number according to international system of numeration. It must have an entry in the international numbering system ins class names and the international numbering system for food additives cacgl 0361989 a harmonized naming system for food additives also lists accepted technological functions changesadditions to. Discussions are held by the codex committee on food additives. Codex alimentarius 1989 class names and the international numbering system for food additives cacgl 361989 adopted in 1989, revision. Food additives have been used, investigated, regulated, and controlled all through history. Scientists also refine the knowledge of the risk assessment process as well as improve analytical methods and the use of alternative additives, processes or ingredients. Request for proposals for change andor addition to section 3 of the class name and international numbering system for food additives cxg 361989.
International numbering system for food additives wikipedia. It is defined by codex alimentarius, the international food standards organisation of the world health organization who and food and agriculture. Asean principles and guidelines for the establishment of. It is defined by codex alimentarius, the international food standards organisation of the world health organi.
The color quinoline yellow ss spirit soluble, which lacks the sulfonate groups, is a related form that is insoluble in. E123 amaranth, colour red additives considered safe and allowed between countries nutrient additives not included food toxicology 9 food additives numbering systems international. E for additives completely revised bestselling number guide maurice hanssen on. Ins table orders the chemicals by an international numbering system prepared by the codex committee on food additives and contaminants ccfac for the purpose of providing a method for identifying food additives by number as an alternative to the declaration of the specific chemical name. Background the international numbering system for food additives ins has been prepared by the codex committee on food additives and contaminants ccfac for the purpose of providing an agreed international numerical system for identifying food additives in ingredient lists as an alternative to the declaration of the specific name which is often lengthy and a complex chemical structure. Food additives are substances added to food to preserve flavor or enhance its taste, appearance, or other qualities. In the european union all food additives are identified by an e number.
The international food additives council ifac is a global association representing manufacturers of food ingredients. Safety assessment and approval are the responsibility of the european food safety authority. The international numbering system for food additives ins is a europeanbased naming system for food additives, aimed at providing a short designation of what may be a lengthy actual name. Aug 03, 2012 the international numbering system ins is the world standard for classifying everything associated with food and uses the numbers 100 to 199 for color additives approved for use or not from the codex alimentarius book of food established in 1963 by the food and agriculture organization fao and world health organization who. Food additive, any of various chemical substances added to foods to produce specific desirable effects. I have just modified 2 external links on international numbering system for food additives. The modified food starches are e coded according to the international numbering system for food additives ins. Socioeconomic progress, diseases, and the constantly changing pace of life and lifestyles of consumers worldwide require food to be improved and tailored to meet the needs of purchasers. Food additives are substances added intentionally to foodstuffs to perform certain technological functions, for example to colour, to sweeten or to help preserve foods.
All the food additives on a food label must be listed either by name or by code number. Eifert food additives and hypersensitivity matti hannuksela, tari haahtela the role of food additives and chemicals in behavioral, learning. The aim of this chapter was to describe the regulatory classification and the list of technological purposes of food additives by the european viewpoint. Identifying food additives food additives additives are used to improve food. Food additives from an organic chemistry perspective. With the advent of processed foods in the second half of the twentieth century, many more. Codex committee on food additives ccfa food safety. Product labels must identify both the function of the. An az guide to food additives will help consumers avoid undesirable food additives and show them which additives do no harm and may even be nutritious. Designed to fit in a purse or pocket, this little book will serve as an additive translator when navigating through the landmine field of additives or ingredients that may cause allergic. Examples of food additives for intended use use in producing, manufacturing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting or holding food, and any source of radiation the five main reasons to use additives as defined by the fda.
Sometimes, the numbers are followed by alphabetical or numeral subscripts they. This system identifies food additives, similar to the enumbering system, which is accepted internationally. Class names and the international numbering system for food. Food additives preserve the freshness and appeal of food between the times it is manufactured and when it finally reache s the market. E numbers international numbering system of food additives almost all safetouse food additives are given e numbers by the european food safety. An e number is a number code used to categorize and identify food additives that have been approved for use within the european union. A related numbering system is used by the codex alimentarius commission for their international numbering system ins. The revised second edition of this major reference work covers all the musthave technical data on food additives. Second, the evaluation of food additives has become international, so many more. Product labels must identify both the function of the additive. In international system of numeration periods such as ones, thousands, millions, billions etc. Almost all safeto use food additives are given e numbers by the european food. Founded in 1980, ifac strives to promote sciencebased regulation and the global harmonization of food ingredient standards and specifications. E numbers follow a numbering scheme ins, international numbering system defined by the codex alimentarius committee.
Food preservatives are the additives that are used. This part of database could not only be used as an exhaustive list of authorised additives, but it could be also used as a useful search engine. Additives such as salt, spices, and sulfites have been used since ancient times to preserve foods and make them more palatable. Classification and technological purposes of food additives.
Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to. With the increased processing of foods in the 20th century, there came a need for both the greater use of and new types of food additives. The international numbering system for food additives ins is intended as aharmonised naming system for food additives as an alternative to the use of the specific name, which may be lengthy. This application is perfect for those at risk, the health conscious, parents, vegetarians, vegans andor people on religious based diets. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Additives are used for many purposes but the main uses are. E for additives a simple guide to e numbers and food additives. Committee on food additives and contaminants ccfac for. The international numbering system for food additives ins is a european based naming system for food additives, aimed at providing a short designation of. The international numbering system for food additives ins is a europeanbased naming. List of authorised food additives the list of authorised food additives can be found under the bookmark additives in the food additives top window. The ins number for additives the international numbering system has been introduced. It must have an entry in the international numbering system ins class names and the international numbering system for food additives cacgl 0361989 a harmonized naming system for food additives also lists accepted technological functions changesadditions to the ins are administered by ccfa 17. E for additives a simple guide to e numbers and food.