Is Aged Sheep Cheese Hacendado Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Hacendado
Hacendado's Aged Sheep Cheese Hacendado is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Lysozyme.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes raw sheep milk and preservatives like E-202 and E-1105, indicating a mix of natural and synthetic ingredients, raising quality concerns.
Main concern
E-1105 is a synthetic preservative derived from egg, raising concerns about additives.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Raw sheep milk is a natural ingredient that can enhance flavor and texture.
- Fermented dairy cultures contribute to the cheese's unique taste and texture.
Concerns
- E-1105 is a synthetic preservative derived from egg, raising concerns about additives.
- The presence of multiple preservatives (E-202, E-235) indicates a highly processed product.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dairy, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Raw Sheep Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Raw Sheep Milk is used here as base. Raw sheep milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing rich flavor and texture. Its natural state supports quality but may raise safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Leche cruda de oveja
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation in cheese. Its natural presence is typical in cheese production.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Rennet safe in this dairy?
Good
Rennet is used here as coagulating agent. Rennet is a natural enzyme used to coagulate milk, essential for cheese-making. Its use is standard and does not raise safety concerns.
Role in formula: coagulating agent
Original: cuajo
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Is Lactic Ferments safe in this dairy?
Good
Lactic Ferments is used here as natural_extract. Lactic ferments are beneficial bacteria that aid in fermentation, contributing to flavor and texture development in cheese.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermentos lácticos
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate (E-202) is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth. Its presence raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservador (E-202)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate (E-235) is another synthetic preservative that helps extend shelf life but raises quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E-235
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Is Lysozyme safe in this dairy?
Bad
Lysozyme is used here as preservative. Lysozyme (E-1105) is derived from egg and used as a preservative. Its synthetic origin raises concerns about allergenic potential.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E-1105 (derivado del huevo)
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4183185
More from this brand: Hacendado products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: egg
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