Is Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Carapelli
Carapelli's Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes cooked grape must and wine vinegar, both containing sulfites. The presence of sulfites raises concerns about synthetic additives, impacting the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cooked grape must and wine vinegar, both containing sulfites. The presence of sulfites raises concerns about synthetic additives, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Sulfites are present in both ingredients, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
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
- Cooked grape must is a natural ingredient that contributes to the flavor profile.
- Wine vinegar is a common ingredient in dressings, providing acidity and taste.
Concerns
- Sulfites are present in both ingredients, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
- The presence of sulfites indicates a level of processing that may raise quality concerns.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Cooked Grape Must safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cooked Grape Must is used here as base. Cooked grape must is used as a base for flavor in this balsamic vinegar. While it adds sweetness, its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: moût de raisin cuit (sulfites)
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Is Wine Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Wine Vinegar is used here as base. Wine vinegar provides acidity and flavor to the product. Its sulfite content indicates processing, which may affect quality perception.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vinaigre de vin (sulfites)
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: 4123583
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