TrueLabel: the Food Additive Scanner — Understand E-Numbers and Ingredient Labels
Flip over almost any packaged food and you'll hit the wall of mystery: E330, E621, "stabiliser", "acidity regulator". Nobody memorises hundreds of additive codes — which is why TrueLabel: Food Additive Scan exists. Point it at an ingredient list and get a plain-English explanation of what's actually in your food.
What is TrueLabel for?
- Decoding E-numbers — what E621 (MSG) or E330 (citric acid) actually are, without a chemistry degree.
- Shopping with allergies or sensitivities — spot the additives you personally avoid, fast, right in the supermarket aisle.
- Parents checking kids' snacks — colourings and sweeteners are exactly where the E-number jungle is thickest.
- Anyone eating more consciously — you can't make informed choices about ingredients you can't read.
How to use it
- Install TrueLabel free from Google Play.
- In the shop (or your kitchen), scan the ingredient list on the packaging.
- Read the breakdown — each detected additive explained in normal human language.
- Decide with open eyes. TrueLabel informs; the choice stays yours.
Honest note: TrueLabel is an information tool, not a medical
one. For allergies or medical dietary needs, always double-check the label itself and follow your
doctor's guidance.
FAQ
Is it free? Yes — free with light ads.
Do I need an account? No. Install and scan.
Where do I get it? On Google Play, Android.
TrueLabel is part of the Paper Plane Workshop family — small apps that do one job well. Browse all the apps or read the story behind the studio.