Baked Beans product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Baked Beans Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Edeka

Baked Beans is a food from Edeka. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Modified Starch, Sugar.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes modified starch and sugar, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of maple syrup and tomato paste adds some natural elements.

Main concern

Modified starch is a processed ingredient 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 53% white beans, providing a good source of plant-based ingredients.
  • Maple syrup adds a natural sweetness compared to refined sugars.
  • Tomato paste contributes to flavor and provides some nutritional benefits.
  • Onion powder and spices enhance the overall taste profile.

Concerns

  • Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
  • Sugar is present, which is a refined ingredient with potential health implications.
  • The inclusion of table salt may contribute to sodium intake concerns.
  • Overall, the mix of natural and processed ingredients indicates a moderate quality.

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3890455

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Frequently asked questions

We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Contains 53% white beans, providing a good source of plant-based ingredients.; Maple syrup adds a natural sweetness compared to refined sugars.; Tomato paste contributes to flavor and provides some nutritional benefits.. See the Pros section above.
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The composition includes modified starch and sugar, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of maple syrup and tomato paste adds some natural elements. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Edeka — Baked Beans 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Edeka — Baked Beans has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product is flagged for: Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.; Sugar is present, which is a refined ingredient with potential health implications.; The inclusion of table salt may contribute to sodium intake concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: white beans, water, tomato paste. See the Ingredients section above.
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Edeka — Baked Beans has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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