What It Takes to Become A Food Additive 1. Prove additive is effective 2. Prove additive can be detected and measured in final products 3. Study the effects of the substance on animals (in large doses) 4. Submit results to validate the findings 5. Schedule a public hearing 6. FDA approves or rejectsWhat It Takes to Become A Food Additive 1. Prove additive is effective 2. Prove additive can be detected and measured in final products 3. Study the effects of the substance on animals (in large doses) 4. Submit results to validate the findings 5. Schedule a public hearing 6. FDA approves or rejects