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Terms of Service

Last updated: May 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using AdditiveChecker ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Service.

Description of Service

AdditiveChecker provides a free food additive safety reference database. Our platform compiles publicly available regulatory data from agencies including the U.S. FDA, European EFSA, WHO JECFA, UK FSA, Health Canada, Food Standards Australia New Zealand, FSSAI (India), South Korea MFDS, Brazil ANVISA, and China's National Health Commission. We present this information in an accessible format to help consumers make informed decisions.

Informational Purposes Only

All content on AdditiveChecker is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. The information on this site does not constitute medical, nutritional, or professional health advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals, registered dietitians, or relevant regulatory authorities before making dietary or health decisions based on food additive information.

While we strive to keep our data accurate and up-to-date, regulatory statuses can change. We recommend verifying current regulations through official government agency websites for your country.

Intellectual Property

The original content, design, layout, and compilation of data on AdditiveChecker are protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. Regulatory data sourced from government agencies remains in the public domain. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our original content without prior written permission.

Acceptable Use

You agree to use AdditiveChecker only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
  • Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Service for commercial purposes without permission
  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service

Accuracy and Completeness

We make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, including cross-referencing multiple regulatory sources. However, we do not warrant that the information is complete, current, or error-free. Food additive regulations vary by country and are subject to change. Our safety ratings and classifications represent our interpretation of publicly available data and should not be considered official regulatory positions.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, AdditiveChecker and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service. This includes, without limitation, damages for personal injury, health issues, or financial losses resulting from reliance on information provided through the Service.

Third-Party Links and Services

AdditiveChecker may contain links to third-party websites, including regulatory agency websites and advertising partners. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of third-party sites. Inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement.

Advertising

The Service may display third-party advertisements. We are not responsible for the content of advertisements or the products and services they promote. Interaction with advertisers is solely between you and the advertiser.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Service operator resides, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us.