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Is Barista Coconut Milk Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Metro Chef

Barista Coconut Milk is a plant milk from Metro Chef. It has a Zerotox safety score of 80/100, which means it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

The composition includes coconut milk and soya, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of stabilizers like guar gum and gellan gum raises some concerns about processing.

80 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 80

The composition includes coconut milk and soya, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of stabilizers like guar gum and gellan gum raises some concerns about processing.

Main concern

Gellan gum is a processed stabilizer that may raise concerns about ingredient processing.

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

  • Coconut milk provides a creamy texture, enhancing the overall mouthfeel.
  • Soya adds nutritional value, contributing to the protein content.
  • Natural coconut flavor enhances the product's taste without artificial additives.
  • Guar gum is a natural thickener that helps maintain consistency.

Concerns

  • Gellan gum is a processed stabilizer that may raise concerns about ingredient processing.
  • The product contains sea salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.
  • Coconut cream is a high-fat ingredient, which could be a concern for some consumers.
  • The overall percentage of coconut milk is relatively low at 5.3%.

Who should avoid this product?

This plant milk may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this plant milk 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: 3898903

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Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

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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.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Gellan gum is a processed stabilizer that may raise concerns about ingredient processing.; The product contains sea salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.; Coconut cream is a high-fat ingredient, which could be a concern for some consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
The composition includes coconut milk and soya, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of stabilizers like guar gum and gellan gum raises some concerns about processing. 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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, soya, natural coconut flavor. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Coconut milk provides a creamy texture, enhancing the overall mouthfeel.; Soya adds nutritional value, contributing to the protein content.; Natural coconut flavor enhances the product's taste without artificial additives.. See the Pros section above.
Metro Chef — Barista Coconut Milk has a Zerotox safety score of 80 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Metro Chef products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Metro Chef — Barista Coconut Milk has a Zerotox score of 80 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Metro Chef — Barista Coconut Milk has a Zerotox safety score of 80 / 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.

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