noun
- chemical compounds containing sulfur and oxygen, commonly used as preservatives in food and beverages
Usage: chemistry; food science
Examples
- Many wines contain sulfites to prevent spoilage.
- The label warned that the dried fruit contained sulfites.
- Some people are allergic to sulfites in processed foods.
- Sulfites help preserve the color and freshness of certain foods.
- The restaurant menu noted which dishes contained sulfites.
- Organic wines may have lower levels of added sulfites.