Freshness Improver

Freshness Improver is a blend of ingredients designed to extend the shelf life of baked goods. It typically contains humectants like glycerol and sorbitol, which help retain moisture, and sometimes emulsifiers and preservatives. These components work together to prevent staling and maintain a desirable texture.

Manufacturers add Freshness Improver to baked goods like cookies and biscuits to keep them soft and moist for longer periods. It acts as a humectant, drawing and holding water within the product, and can also include emulsifiers to improve texture and preservatives to inhibit spoilage. This helps maintain the product's quality from production to consumption.

The components of 'Freshness Improver' are generally recognized as safe by the FDA when used as intended. Ingredients like glycerol and sorbitol are common food additives with established safety profiles. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many of these individual components. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from the typical amounts found in food.