# Additive Detective: Food Scan — Ingredient & Label Checker

> Scan food labels for additives, get AI health advice, and manage dietary needs. (iPhone/iPad app by ISMAIL HARMANDA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/additive-detective-food-scan/id6742541124 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ISMAIL HARMANDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794157513)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Food & Drink
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 67 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, European Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2025-03-03
- Data updated: 2026-07-24
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/additive-detective-food-scan/id6742541124/reviews.md

## What is Additive Detective?

Additive Detective is the calm, evidence-cited label detective that reads any ingredient label straight from a photo — no barcode needed — and checks it against 365+ additives sourced from EFSA, FDA, and JECFA. No fear-mongering, no data selling.

Point your camera at any ingredient list — big brands, local products, imports a barcode database has never seen — and get a clear verdict in seconds: an overall score, every detected additive, and plain-language explanations backed by named scientific sources.

WHY SHOPPERS TRUST IT
• Works on any label: photo-based reading never dead-ends on unknown or local products
• Evidence, not fear: every additive profile cites EFSA, FDA, and JECFA research with a calm, practical safety rating
• Your own rules: create custom labels for ingredients you care about — scan results flag matches automatically
• Halal clarity: halal, mushbooh, or haram status with source notes across all 365+ additives

WHAT'S INSIDE
• Label scanner: snap a photo of the ingredients panel and get scores, flags, and detail cards
• Additive Atlas: browse 365+ E-numbers with research-backed safety profiles in 7 languages
• Detective Guide: ask follow-up questions about ingredients, nutrition, and allergens in plain language
• Scan history: revisit past products and their evidence anytime

Premium unlocks full label analysis, unlimited Guide conversations, and complete history access.

This app uses Apple's standard Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

## Key features

- AI Health Consultation
- E-code and additive scanning
- Halal and dietary compliance checks
- Personalized avoidance lists
- Comprehensive E-code database
- Community-driven product database

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $2.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/additive-detective-food-scan/id6742541124/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Bu uygulamasız asla

*2025-07-14, version 2.3.1*

Bu uygulama olmadan markete çıkmıyorum artık. İnternetsiz çalışsa daha iyi olacak ama. Sağlık danışmanlığı var. Hesaplı geldi. Doktordan daha ucuz.

### 5/5 — Trdeki en kullanışlı app

*2025-06-06, version 2.0.0*

Diğer katkı maddesi arama uygulamaları çok komplike geliyor, ekranların sade olmasını ve hızını için baya beğendim. Markette çok işime yarıyor

### 5/5 — Usefull

*2025-04-17, version 1.2.0*

I use it in my daily routine. Good job. Sometimes life saving.

## Frequently asked questions about Additive Detective

### What is Food Additive Detective?

Food Additive Detective is a health and fitness app that allows you to scan food labels to identify E-codes and additives. It also provides AI-powered health consultations and helps you manage dietary restrictions.

### How does Food Additive Detective help with dietary needs?

The app offers halal status for additives, allows you to filter by dietary requirements, and lets you create personalized avoidance lists. This helps users with specific dietary restrictions make informed food choices.

### Can I get health advice from Food Additive Detective?

Yes, the app features AI health consultations where you can chat with AI health professionals for personalized guidance on nutrition, dietary concerns, and wellness. It maintains a professional medical tone with follow-up questions.

### What information is available for E-codes?

Food Additive Detective has a comprehensive E-code database that provides detailed information on each additive. It also classifies additives by safety: safe, questionable, or harmful.

### Does Food Additive Detective have ads?

No, the application does not contain advertisements. It is free to download and use, with optional premium subscription plans available for enhanced features.

### What are the subscription options for Food Additive Detective?

Food Additive Detective offers a Premium Monthly subscription for $0.99 with a 7-day free trial, and a Premium Yearly subscription for $2.99, also with a 7-day free trial.

### How often is Food Additive Detective updated?

The app was last updated on November 11, 2025, with version 2.5.0. This indicates a relatively frequent update cycle, suggesting ongoing development and improvements.

### Is Food Additive Detective suitable for children?

Food Additive Detective has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app focuses on providing information about food additives and health guidance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2026-07-20

Food Additive Detective is now Additive Detective — new name, new icon, and a refreshed design across the app. Same calm, evidence-cited label reading, now with a cleaner look.

### 3.0.3 — 2026-07-01

Premium plan cards now calculate the best value dynamically from App Store prices. Improved subscription price display, discount badges, and paywall layout polish.

### 3.0.2 — 2026-06-22

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.0.0 — 2026-06-18

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.5.0 — 2025-11-11

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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