Abstract
Objective: To analyze labels of ultraprocessed food products aimed at the child population regarding the presence of chemical additives and to identify in the scientific literature the risks that children's health can offer. Method: This is a cross-sectional, qualitative and quantitative descriptive study, where 51 labels of utraprocessed products were analyzed. The data were collected through the search of the labels in the electronic addresses of the selected brands of each food. Results: The three classes of additives found were the most commonly found in the labeling of 50 products (98%), followed by the dyes found in 34 products (67%) and acidulants present in 28 products (55%). It was observed that excessive consumption of these additives can cause health problems in children as allergies, with the presence of urticaria, angioedema, bronchospasm and shock, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, infant growth retardation, various types of cancer, descaling of teeth and bones, leading to weakening, among others. Conclusion: The classes and types of additives found in higher prevalence in the analyzed food products are related to several damages to children's health.