Is Apricot And Madagascan Vanilla Croissant Safe? Ingredient Analysis
M S Bakery
M S Bakery's Apricot And Madagascan Vanilla Croissant is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Palm Oil, E413, Flavouring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and palm oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of carrageenan and modified maize starch indicates a reliance on additives, impacting overall safety and quality.
Main concern
Includes palm oil, which raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
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 apricots (19%), providing natural fruit flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Madagascan vanilla extract adds a natural flavoring, enhancing the product's taste profile.
Concerns
- Includes palm oil, which raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- Carrageenan is present as a stabilizer, which has been associated with digestive issues in some individuals.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the croissant. However, it is a refined ingredient, raising concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wheatflour (contains Gluten)
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for dough formation and hydration, contributing to the overall texture of the croissant without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Apricots safe in this snack?
Good
Apricots is used here as flavor. Apricots (19%) provide natural sweetness and flavor, along with some vitamins and minerals, enhancing the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Apricots (19%)
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Is Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Butter is used here as base. Butter (14%) adds richness and flavor to the croissant, but it is a dairy product that may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butter (Milk) (14%)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to enhance sweetness, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and its effects on health.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Yeast safe in this snack?
Good
Yeast is used here as base. Yeast is a natural leavening agent that helps the dough rise, contributing to the texture of the croissant without safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Yeast
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Is Modified Maize Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Modified Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Modified maize starch is used as a thickener and stabilizer, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified Maize Starch
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Is Dried Wheat Gluten safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Dried wheat gluten enhances the texture and elasticity of the dough, but it is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Dried Wheat Gluten
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Is Dried Whey safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Whey is used here as base. Dried whey (milk) adds protein and flavor, but it is a dairy derivative that may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Dried Whey (Milk)
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Is Pasteurized Egg safe in this snack?
Medium
Pasteurized Egg is used here as base. Pasteurized egg contributes to the structure and richness of the croissant, but it is an animal-derived ingredient that may not be suitable for vegans.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pasteurised Egg
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Is Cream safe in this snack?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream (milk) adds richness and flavor, but it is a dairy product that may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cream (Milk)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used to enhance flavor and control fermentation, contributing to the overall taste without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salt
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Is Dried Whole Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Whole Milk is used here as base. Dried whole milk adds creaminess and flavor, but it is a dairy product that may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Dried Whole Milk
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is used for texture and moisture but raises concerns about health implications and environmental sustainability.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palm Oil
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Is Invert Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Invert Sugar is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar is a processed sweetener that enhances sweetness and moisture retention, but it raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invert Sugar
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture, but it may raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maltodextrin
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Is Potato Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickener, but it is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Potato Starch
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Is Concentrated Carrot safe in this snack?
Good
Concentrated Carrot is used here as colorant. Concentrated carrot is used for natural coloring and may provide some vitamins, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Concentrated Carrot
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Is Madagascan Vanilla Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Madagascan Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Madagascan vanilla extract adds a natural flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Madagascan Vanilla Extract
Read the full ingredient profile for Madagascan Vanilla Extract
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this snack?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Thickener: Xanthan Gum
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Is E413 safe in this snack?
Bad
E413 is used here as thickener. E413 is a synthetic thickener that may raise concerns about its safety and potential health implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: E413
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Is Flavouring safe in this snack?
Bad
Flavouring is used here as flavor. Flavouring is a vague term that may refer to artificial additives, raising concerns about the quality and safety of the flavoring used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Flavouring
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Is Madagascan Vanilla Pod safe in this snack?
Good
Madagascan Vanilla Pod is used here as flavor. Madagascan vanilla pod adds a natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the product's quality without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Madagascan Vanilla Pod
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Is Carrageenan safe in this snack?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as stabiliser. Carrageenan is used as a stabilizer but has been associated with digestive issues, raising concerns about its safety in food products.
Role in formula: stabiliser
Original: Stabiliser: Carrageenan
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Ascorbic Acid is used here as flour treatment agent. Ascorbic acid is used as a flour treatment agent to improve dough strength and quality, posing no safety concerns.
Role in formula: flour treatment agent
Original: Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid
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: 3574284
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , gluten
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