You might be trying to define 'incidental food additives'. or indirect food additives
Substances purposely added during manufacturing to food products.
Incidental additives are substances that may unintentionally be present in food products during manufacturing, processing, or packaging but are not intentionally added for functional purposes. These can include residues from processing aids, contaminants, or substances that migrate from packaging materials. While they are generally considered safe, regulatory agencies often monitor their levels to ensure they do not pose health risks. Examples include traces of lubricants used in machinery or materials from food contact surfaces.
Additives that are put in foods after a rational decision-making process are typically categorized as "intentional food additives." These are substances added to food to enhance flavor, appearance, preservation, or nutritional value. Their use is often guided by regulatory standards and safety assessments to ensure they are safe for consumption.
what are alternatives for food additives?
Sulfite additives.
you use additives to preserve your food
Flavouring,colouring,bulking agents are some of the food additives.
Nova Net: Direct Additives
food enchancers are food additives
Food additives is what substances that are intentionally added to food to produce a desired effect. The additives are used to enhance the taste and appearance and is added to preserve flavor.
You will have to buy the Food Additives Data Book which lets you know the prices in Canada.