formulation - a substance prepared according to a formula; the physician prescribed a commercial preparation of the medicine. preparation. cleaner, cleanser, cleansing agent - a preparation used in cleaning something.
A food additive is any chemical substance that is added to food during preparation or storage and either becomes a part of the food or affects its characteristics for the purpose of achieving a particular technical effect.
A substance added to food to maintain or impart a certain consistency , to improve or maintain nutritive value , to enhance palatability or flavor , to produce a light texture , or to control pH . Food additives are used to help bread rise during baking , to keep bread mold-free , to color margarine , to prevent discoloration of some fruits , and to ...