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product > chemical product > preservative

Preferred term

preservative  

Definition

  • A chemical added to foodstuffs to prevent oxidation, fermentation or other deterioration, usually by inhibiting the growth of bacteria.

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/6587

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