No synthetic preservatives are used. Made in Hakodate, the city of squid. Product contents: Squid (Peruvian, Chilean, etc.), sugar, salt, cane sugar, reduced starch syrup, dextrin, reduced maltose syrup, vegetable protein hydrolysate, yeast extract, lactose/sorbitol, seasonings (amino acids, etc.), acidulant, (contains wheat, dairy products, squid, soybeans). Instructions: Store away from direct sunlight and in a cool, dry place.