Bar-B-Q Red Sauce product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Bar-B-Q Red Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Johnny S

This page reviews Bar-B-Q Red Sauce by Johnny S as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Potassium Sorbate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes preservatives like potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of high fructose corn syrup also indicates a processed nature.

Main concern

High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener linked to health concerns.

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 tomato concentrate, providing a natural base for flavor.
  • Dehydrated onion and spices contribute to the overall taste profile.
  • Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and enhances flavor.
  • Natural flavor may provide a more authentic taste experience.

Concerns

  • High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener linked to health concerns.
  • Potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are synthetic preservatives that may raise quality concerns.
  • The presence of corn syrup indicates additional processing.
  • Sugar content may contribute to a less favorable health profile.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.

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: 3486764

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Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

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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Johnny S — Bar-B-Q Red Sauce 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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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Our analysis notes: Contains tomato concentrate, providing a natural base for flavor.; Dehydrated onion and spices contribute to the overall taste profile.; Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and enhances flavor.. See the Pros section above.
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: High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener linked to health concerns.; Potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are synthetic preservatives that may raise quality concerns.; The presence of corn syrup indicates additional processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, tomato concentrate, distilled vinegar. See the Ingredients section above.
Johnny S — Bar-B-Q Red Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
Johnny S — Bar-B-Q Red Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Johnny S products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes preservatives like potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of high fructose corn syrup also indicates a processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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