About Food Additive DB
Empowering global consumers with factual, scientific data on food additives and international regulations.
What We Do
The Food Additive Regulation Database is a comprehensive resource for comparing food additive regulations across different countries and regions. We compile and present factual regulatory information about food additives from official government sources, making it easier to understand how different countries regulate the same substance.
Coverage
- 🇪🇺 European Union (EC 1333/2008)
- 🇺🇸 United States (FDA 21 CFR)
- 🇯🇵 Japan (MHLW Lists)
- 🇦🇺 Australia & NZ (FSANZ)
- 🇨🇦 Canada (Health Canada)
Primary Sources
- EFSA (EU)
- FDA (USA)
- JECFA (WHO/FAO)
- MHLW (Japan)
- Health Canada
Data Collection & Verification
Every data point in this database is traceable to an official regulatory source. We do not rely on secondary compilations or user-submitted data.
Primary Source Extraction
Regulatory status, maximum permitted levels, and conditions of use are extracted directly from official gazettes and regulatory databases: EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, FDA 21 CFR, MHLW designated additive lists, FSANZ Schedule 15-17, and Health Canada's Lists of Permitted Food Additives.
Scientific Literature Cross-Check
ADI values are verified against both JECFA and EFSA evaluations. Where these bodies disagree, both values are presented. Safety evaluations reference the original scientific opinions, not summaries.
Structured Review Cycle
Entries are reviewed when regulatory changes occur (e.g., new EFSA re-evaluations, FDA rule changes). Each additive record includes a last_updated timestamp indicating when it was last verified against primary sources.
Operator & Contact
This database is part of the Matrix DB project, which creates specialized cross-reference databases for various domains.
SHOYA KIHARA
B.Sc. Chemistry, Hiroshima University
Fukuoka, Japan
contact@matrix-db.com
For questions, corrections, or feedback, please reach out via email.
Critical Disclaimer
This database provides factual regulatory information only. We do NOT provide medical, nutritional, or safety advice.
Regulatory status varies by country and may change without notice. Always refer to your local regulatory authority for the most current information and consult with qualified professionals for specific applications.