Tongs and scoops work well. Chemicals that you add to food as you prepare it are food additives . You cannot add sulfiting agents to food at a store or restaurant. In the state of Washington there is a law against adding these chemicals at the retail level. You cannot use ingredients for freshening or whitening if they contain sulfiting agents.
Some people are allergic to sulfites.
Employees in food service should learn what menu items have sulfites, so they can tell their customers who ask. If anyone complains about getting sick from food additives, you or your supervisor must report it to the Health Department. All information is general in nature and is not intended to be used as a substitute for appropriate professional advice. By visiting this and other King County web pages, you expressly agree to be bound by terms and conditions of the site.