Apple Crumb Cakes product image with 30/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Apple Crumb Cakes Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Entenmann's

Apple Crumb Cakes is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Entenmann's. The product scores 30/100 in Zerotox, meaning it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Natural Artificial Flavors, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid affect the overall evaluation.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as potassium sorbate and artificial color, indicating a highly processed product with significant quality concerns. The presence of palm oil and artificial flavors further lowers the safety assessment.

Main concern

Contains multiple preservatives like potassium sorbate, raising concerns about synthetic 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

  • Contains apple puree, providing some natural fruit content.
  • Includes spices like cinnamon and ginger, which can enhance flavor.

Concerns

  • Contains multiple preservatives like potassium sorbate, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Includes artificial color, indicating the use of synthetic ingredients.
  • Contains palm oil, which is associated with environmental concerns.
  • Presence of artificial flavors suggests a lack of natural flavoring.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.

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: 3275376

More from this brand: Entenmann's products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , soy , wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Entenmann's — Apple Crumb Cakes has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Entenmann's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Contains multiple preservatives like potassium sorbate, raising concerns about synthetic additives.; Includes artificial color, indicating the use of synthetic ingredients.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk, soy, wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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Entenmann's — Apple Crumb Cakes has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Contains multiple preservatives like potassium sorbate, raising concerns about synthetic additives.; Includes artificial color, indicating the use of synthetic ingredients.; Contains palm oil, which is associated with environmental concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Contains apple puree, providing some natural fruit content.; Includes spices like cinnamon and ginger, which can enhance flavor.. See the Pros section above.
Main concerns for this product: Contains multiple preservatives like potassium sorbate, raising concerns about synthetic additives.; Includes artificial color, indicating the use of synthetic ingredients.. See the full list above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.

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