Across
- 4. additive that alters or stabilizes the pH of a mixture
- 10. added on purpose
- 11. substance added to food to cause a desired positive change
- 12. salt containing sulfur
- 13. produced by combining an organic acid and an alcohol
- 14. component parts of food products
- 15. bars the approval of any food additive found to cause cancer n humans or animals
- 16. generally recognized as safe list
Down
- 1. gets into foods accidentally
- 2. additive used to help products retain moisture
- 3. zone between the concentration in which an additive is normally used and the level at which a hazard exists
- 5. added to food to prevent or slow spoilage and maintain colors and flavors
- 6. chemicals that speed the aging process and whiten flour
- 7. substances not used on GRAS list and must be used within set guidelines
- 8. preservatives that prevent growth of microbes in food
- 9. absorb moisture