Ethical Adj: in accordance with principles of conduct that are considered correct, esp those of a given profession or group
Ethic N: a moral principle or set of moral values held by an individual or group
For example: Food salts, sugar and preservatives have maximum safe values to be included in food. BUTif several are combined at the safe values they can enhance the taste to the point of mild addiction. The combination is now more toxic to humans but legally acceptable. Is this ethical?