How does the food label analyzer work?

Paste the ingredient list from any food package. The analyzer splits the text into individual ingredients and matches them against our database of 3,972 FDA-listed food additives. Each matched additive is returned with its safety rating (Safe, Caution, Avoid, or Unknown) based on FDA and EFSA data.

What database does this tool use?

Our database is built from the FDA Substances Added to Food inventory (3,972 additives), supplemented with EFSA OpenFoodTox regulatory status data for EU assessments.

Yes. The Food Label Analyzer is completely free, requires no account, and stores no personal data.

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Food Label Analyzer

Paste any ingredient list — get instant safety ratings for every additive. Sourced from FDA and EFSA data. No login, no tracking, no agenda.

3,972Additives in DB

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Frequently asked questions

How accurate is the matching?

The analyzer uses substring and fuzzy matching against additive names and E-numbers. Common brand names or misspellings may not match. For best results, paste the exact text from the label rather than retyping.

Why are some ingredients not matched?

Our database contains FDA-listed food additives — not every food ingredient. Natural components like water, flour, eggs, and oils are not additives and will appear as unmatched. Only intentional chemical or synthetic additives are catalogued.

Does the tool store my ingredient data?

No. Ingredient text is sent to our server only to perform the analysis and is not stored, logged, or linked to any user account. We have no account system.

What do the US and EU status labels mean?

US status reflects FDA regulatory classification (Approved / GRAS / Under review / Banned). EU status reflects EFSA or EU regulation status (Approved / Restricted / Not permitted). Regulatory status can differ significantly between regions.

How often is the database updated?

We monitor FDA and EFSA announcements and update ratings as new assessments are published. Significant regulatory changes (like the FDA's 2023 Red 3 and Brominated Vegetable Oil reviews) are prioritised.