Etymology:
Meaning:
An adulterant is a substance or material that is added to another substance to lower its quality, alter its composition, or make it appear to be of higher value than it actually is.
Origin:
The term "adulterant" has been used since the 13th century to describe substances added to food, drinks, or other products to make them appear more valuable or desirable than they actually were.
In the early days of food adulteration, common adulterants included:
As food safety regulations and testing methods improved, deliberate adulteration became less common. However, some substances may still be added to food or other products for legitimate reasons, such as:
In these cases, it is important to distinguish between legitimate additives and adulterants that are added to deceive consumers or compromise safety.
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