Is Bbq Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Uncle Bob's

Uncle Bob's's Bbq Sauce 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 tomato concentrate and pure cane sugar, but also contains worcestershire sauce with caramel color and corn syrup, raising quality concerns. Overall, the mix of ingredients leads to a moderate rating.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes tomato concentrate and pure cane sugar, but also contains worcestershire sauce with caramel color and corn syrup, raising quality concerns. Overall, the mix of ingredients leads to a moderate rating.

Main concern

Worcestershire sauce contains corn syrup and caramel color, which are processed ingredients with potential quality 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

  • Tomato concentrate provides a natural base, contributing to flavor and color.
  • Pure cane sugar is a more natural sweetener compared to high fructose corn syrup.

Concerns

  • Worcestershire sauce contains corn syrup and caramel color, which are processed ingredients with potential quality concerns.
  • Natural flavors may include additives, raising questions about transparency in ingredient sourcing.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Tomato Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Tomato Concentrate is used here as base. Tomato concentrate serves as the primary ingredient, providing flavor and color. Its natural origin supports quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Tomato concentrate

    Read the full ingredient profile for Tomato Concentrate

  • Is Pure Cane Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Pure Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Pure cane sugar is a natural sweetener, but its presence in significant amounts raises concerns about overall sugar content.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: pure cane sugar

    Read the full ingredient profile for Pure Cane Sugar

  • Is Mustard Distilled Vinegar Water Mustard Seed Mustard Bran Salt Turmeric safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Mustard Distilled Vinegar Water Mustard Seed Mustard Bran Salt Turmeric is used here as flavor. Mustard adds flavor complexity and is derived from natural ingredients, enhancing the sauce's profile.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: mustard (distilled vinegar, water, mustard seed, mustard bran, salt and turmeric)

  • Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar acts as an acidulant, balancing flavors and preserving the sauce. Its common use in condiments indicates safety.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: distilled vinegar

    Read the full ingredient profile for Distilled Vinegar

  • Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient that serves as a solvent, ensuring the right consistency without raising safety concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: water

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Lemon Juice safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds acidity and freshness, enhancing flavor while being a natural ingredient.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: lemon juice

    Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice

  • Is Worcestershire Sauce Distilled Vinegar Molasses Corn Syrup Water Salt Caramel Color Sugar Spices Anchovy Puree Natural Flavor Contains Soy Natural Flavoring And Other Spices safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Worcestershire Sauce Distilled Vinegar Molasses Corn Syrup Water Salt Caramel Color Sugar Spices Anchovy Puree Natural Flavor Contains Soy Natural Flavoring And Other Spices is used here as flavor. Worcestershire sauce contributes depth of flavor but includes corn syrup and caramel color, which are processed and raise quality concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: worcestershire sauce (distilled vinegar, molasses, corn syrup, water, salt, caramel color, sugar, spices, anchovy puree, natural flavor (contains soy), natural flavoring and other spices)

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: 3489276

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Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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.
Uncle Bob's — Bbq Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Uncle Bob's products. 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.
Our analysis notes: Tomato concentrate provides a natural base, contributing to flavor and color.; Pure cane sugar is a more natural sweetener compared to high fructose corn syrup.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Worcestershire sauce contains corn syrup and caramel color, which are processed ingredients with potential quality concerns.; Natural flavors may include additives, raising questions about transparency in ingredient sourcing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
The composition includes tomato concentrate and pure cane sugar, but also contains worcestershire sauce with caramel color and corn syrup, raising quality concerns. Overall, the mix of ingredients leads to a moderate rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Uncle Bob's — Bbq Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
Uncle Bob's — Bbq 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.

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