At present, most seasonings contain preservatives, food additives, pigments and flavors. For health, we should eat as little as possible.
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In order to ensure the safety of use, many countries have rules or regulations on the toxicology of various spices.
For example, the American Spice Research Institute and the European International Daily Spice Association have specially formulated the Regulations on the Administration of Daily Chemicals and Spices. The American Association of Seasonings and Extracts Manufacturers and the European Council have made a rigorous assessment of the safety of edible spices, and announced the spices that are generally considered safe and their dosage. The Spice Sub-committee of China National Food Additive Standardization Technical Committee is responsible for reviewing the safety regulations in this respect.
The International Essential Oil Conference is an international professional conference, and its activities involve agriculture and processing of spice plants, analysis and utilization of essential oil components, synthesis and trade of spices and so on. Generally held once every three years. From 65438 to 0983, representatives of China attended the ninth session held in Singapore for the first time.
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