Is Baguettes - Salami Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Genusswelt
Baguettes - Salami is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Genusswelt. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Acetate, Modified Corn Starch, Sodium Nitrite affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified corn starch and sodium nitrite, which raise quality concerns. The presence of preservatives and additives indicates a less clean profile.
Main concern
Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.
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 natural ingredients like tomatoes and herbs, which contribute positively to flavor.
- Includes Edamer cheese, providing a source of dairy and flavor enhancement.
Concerns
- Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns, impacting overall safety.
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 food.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient in the baguette, providing structure and texture. However, it is a refined ingredient, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for dough formation and hydration, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as base. Yeast is a natural leavening agent that helps the dough rise, indicating a traditional baking process.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hefe
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Is Table Salt safe in this food?
Good
Table Salt is used here as base. Table salt enhances flavor and is necessary for fermentation, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Dextrose safe in this food?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can enhance flavor but is a processed ingredient, raising some concerns about its use.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Sodium Acetate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Acetate is used here as acidulant. Sodium acetate is a synthetic acidulant used to regulate acidity, which raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säureregulator: Natriumacetate
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns regarding its quality and safety in food products.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Maisstärke
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for flavor enhancement but is a refined ingredient, which can be a concern in processed foods.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as flavor. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Tomato Powder safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Powder is used here as flavor. Tomato powder provides natural flavor and color, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomatenpulver
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, supporting the product's taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebelpulver
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder adds a robust flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Knoblauchpulver
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Is White Pepper safe in this food?
Good
White Pepper is used here as flavor. White pepper is a natural spice that enhances flavor without raising significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: weißer Pfeffer
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Is Oregano safe in this food?
Good
Oregano is used here as flavor. Oregano is a natural herb that adds flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Oregano
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Is Chili safe in this food?
Good
Chili is used here as flavor. Chili adds heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chilis
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Is Basil safe in this food?
Good
Basil is used here as flavor. Basil is a natural herb that contributes to flavor complexity, supporting the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Basilikum
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Is Parsley safe in this food?
Good
Parsley is used here as flavor. Parsley adds freshness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Petersilie
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Is Mustard Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Mustard Flour is used here as flavor. Mustard flour adds a unique flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may raise some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Senfmehl
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Is Edamer safe in this food?
Medium
Edamer is used here as flavor. Edamer cheese adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy product, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Edamer
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Is Salami safe in this food?
Medium
Salami is used here as flavor. Salami is a processed meat that adds flavor but raises concerns due to the presence of sodium nitrite as a preservative.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Edelsalami
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Is Sodium Nitrite safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Nitrite is used here as preservative. Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative used to enhance shelf life but is associated with health concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Nitritpökelsalz
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Is Rosemary Extract safe in this food?
Good
Rosemary Extract is used here as antioxidant. Rosemary extract is a natural antioxidant that helps preserve freshness without raising significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Extrakt aus Rosmarin
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Is Sodium Ascorbate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Ascorbate is used here as antioxidant. Sodium ascorbate is a synthetic antioxidant that helps prevent spoilage but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Natriumascorbat
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant, which may raise concerns about synthetic ingredients.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Ascorbinsäure
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Is Paprika safe in this food?
Good
Paprika is used here as flavor. Paprika adds color and flavor, contributing positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Paprika
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Is Tomatoes safe in this food?
Good
Tomatoes is used here as base. Fresh tomatoes provide natural flavor and moisture, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomaten
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Is Red Onions safe in this food?
Good
Red Onions is used here as flavor. Red onions add sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: rote Zwiebeln
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: 3896371
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Allergens detected: nuts , sesame
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