Calcium propionate is added to bread to retard the growth of mold. Those used to control deteriorative chemical reaction such as rancidity. Rancidity is one of the most common types of food spoilage, which results from for oxidation in fatty foods. Sugar, salt, and spices. Annatto is commonly used in dairy products.
Cochineal is added to meat products, spices, and baked goods.
The soft drink industry is one of the primary color user's in today's market. Thickeners are added to icing, cheese spreads, and salad dressings to provide a desired consistency. Emulsifiers are added to keep mixtures from separating out, such as oil and vinegar salad dressing. Emulsifiers play an important role in the baking industry by helping increase volume, uniformity, fineness of grain and shelf life. Potassium iodide is added to table salt to virtually eliminate the goiter.