Is sugar an ingredient? An additive? What is the boundary in labeling? [Basic Knowledge]
Sugar is a sweetener, but why is it listed as an ingredient? A clear explanation of food labeling rules!
■What exactly is a sweetener? Sweeteners are components that provide sweetness to food. They can be categorized into two types: "sugar-based sweeteners," which include sugars like sugar and starch-derived sugars, and "non-sugar-based sweeteners," which include natural sweeteners like stevia and synthetic sweeteners like acesulfame potassium and sucralose. Sugar itself is considered a legitimate sweetener in this classification. ■So, is sugar an additive? In fact, according to the rules for ingredient labeling on processed foods, sugar is listed as a raw material rather than an additive. The labeling rules state that the ingredients before the "／" are raw materials, while those after it are additives, placing sugar on the raw materials side of this boundary. ■It's interesting that one component can have two faces! While it has the properties of a sweetener, it is treated as a raw material in labeling. This discrepancy indicates that the rules for food labeling categorize components based on their usage and origin, rather than whether they are sweet or not. When looking at the ingredient list on the back of a package, paying attention to the position of the "／" can reveal the composition of that food. Please feel free to reach out for any inquiries.
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