It's important to understand the differences between FFC classification, GRAS status, and additives when declaring your product’s GRAS classification. The FFC (Food and Food Contact) classification is used for food components that are made with an ingredient, may be consumed as-is without further processing, and contact food during normal handling. An additive is a substance added to enhance the flavors or preserve the shelf-life of a food. Finally, GRAS status implies that a product poses no known risk of harm when consumed at levels normally expected.