food additive
US /ˈfuːd ˌæd.ə.tɪv/
UK /ˈfuːd ˌæd.ə.tɪv/

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食品添加剂
a substance added to food to preserve flavor or enhance its taste, appearance, or other qualities
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Many processed foods contain various food additives.
许多加工食品含有各种食品添加剂。
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The company aims to reduce the use of artificial food additives in its products.
该公司旨在减少其产品中人工食品添加剂的使用。