OK My can of Cider apparently contains "Sulphites", what are they

Question

OK My can of Cider apparently contains "Sulphites", what are they

Answer 1

Easiest way to answer this, sulphides (sulphites) are preservatives that keep your cider and other drinks from going funny... basically

Answer 2

they are chemical compounds that stop bacterial growth and preserve food colour.

Answer 3

Sulphites are a preservative that appear naturally in wine.  As long as you are not sensitive or allergic, it shouldn't be a problem.

Answer 4

wow! red this-

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa...

Answer 5

Its a preservative.

Answer 6

a sulphite is SO3 its used as a preservative, but some people are allergic to then thats why they tell u.