Are preservatives safe?
Like all additives, preservatives have to be approved for use in drinks and foods before they can be used. Expert organisations such as the Scientific Committee for Food, the European Food Safety Authority and the Joint FAO/WHO Food Additives Committee have examined the safety of each preservative and made recommendations on their use including maximum levels. Such recommendations are taken up by governments both nationally and at European level so that food and drinks can be preserved effectively whilst ensuring the food is safe to consume.
