AFCA - Asociación de Fabricantes y Comercializadores de Aditivos y Complementos Alimentarios

Food additives and ingredients association

AFCA is the Association of Food Additive and Ingredient Manufacturers and Distributors, an organization with more than 40 years of history that brings together companies in the sector. Its registered office is at 174 Calle Viladomat, second floor, 08015 Barcelona, Spain.

Representation and services

The association represents the interests of food-additive companies before regional and national government agencies and scientific institutions. Its work includes:

• Advice to the food industry on a range of topics
• Updates and information through circulars
• Training courses and workshops

Product categories

The website lists food additives, processing aids, and functional ingredients, including colorants (E100–E180), preservatives (E200–E290), antioxidants (E300–E321), acidulants and acidity regulators (E322–E345), among others.

Industry events

AFCA organizes and promotes sector events, including the workshop “Current Challenges in the Food Industry” on September 30, 2025, the “Let's Put Things on the Table” campaign on September 22, 2025, and participation in trade shows such as BIET '25 and #F4F2025, where it offers discounts to members.

Location and contact

Address: 174 Calle Viladomat, second floor, 08015 Barcelona, Spain. Phone: +34 934 548 405. Email: afca@afca-aditivos.org. AFCA is also on LinkedIn.