tillsatt

Tillsatt is a Swedish adjective meaning added or introduced, and it is formed from the verb tillsätta, to add or supply. In everyday use it describes substances that have been introduced into a product or mixture beyond its base components. The term is most common in food, drink and consumer product contexts, where it signals that something beyond the original material has been incorporated.

Relating terms include tillsats, which means a substance added to a product, and tillsatser, the plural. In labeling and consumer information, phrases such as tillsatt socker (added sugar) or tillsatta färgämnen (added colorants) are used. The opposite expression, utan tillsatser, indicates that no additives are present. Tillsatt is thus a descriptor that helps distinguish between inherent ingredients and those introduced during processing.

Regulatory context and usage: In the European Union and Sweden, packaging and labeling require clear declaration of ingredients and additives. Additives are typically identified by their official names and, when applicable, by E-numbers. While tillsatt is not a separate legal category, it appears in consumer texts to emphasize that certain substances have been added. The emphasis is on transparent communication about what has been added to the product, rather than on a statement about safety or quality by itself.

Usage nuances: Tillsatt commonly refers to flavors, colorings, preservatives, sweeteners, or other additives. It can also indicate that a product has been enhanced or modified during processing. The term is widely understood by consumers as a cue to examine ingredient lists for additional substances.