Is Ben & Jerry's Sundae Marshmallow & S'more 427ml Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ben & Jerry's
Ben & Jerry's Sundae Marshmallow & S'more 427ml is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Ben & Jerry's. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and modified starch, which raise quality concerns. The presence of stabilizers and emulsifiers indicates a highly processed product.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and modified starch, which raise quality concerns. The presence of stabilizers and emulsifiers indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Contains multiple stabilizers and emulsifiers, such as guar gum and lecithins, which may raise concerns about 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
- Contains Fairtrade certified cocoa, sugar, and vanilla, indicating ethical sourcing.
- Includes natural flavors and extracts, which are generally considered safer than artificial alternatives.
Concerns
- Contains multiple stabilizers and emulsifiers, such as guar gum and lecithins, which may raise concerns about processing.
- Presence of carrageenan, a thickener linked to digestive issues in some studies, lowers the overall quality assessment.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this ice cream, contributing to texture and mouthfeel.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness and flavor enhancement, but its refined nature raises moderate concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and a smooth texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: CRÈME
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Is Skimmed Milk Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk Concentrate is used here as base. This ingredient provides dairy flavor and creaminess while being lower in fat than regular milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: LAIT concentré écrémé
Read the full ingredient profile for Skimmed Milk Concentrate
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is used for sweetness and texture but is a processed ingredient that raises concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as thickener. Wheat flour acts as a thickening agent, but its refined nature may not contribute positively to health.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: farine de BLÉ
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor and is a source of antioxidants, contributing positively to quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao en poudre
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as fat. Coconut oil provides creaminess but is high in saturated fat, raising some health concerns.
Role in formula: fat
Original: huile de coco
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Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. This ingredient enhances the chocolate flavor while being lower in fat than regular cocoa powder.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao maigre en poudre
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Is Soluble Corn Fibers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soluble Corn Fibers is used here as thickener. These fibers are used for texture but may not provide significant health benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fibres soluble de maïs
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this dessert?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk acts as a natural emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients and improve texture.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: jaune d'ŒUF
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as fat. Vegetable oils provide fat content but may include refined oils that raise health concerns.
Role in formula: fat
Original: huiles végétales (soja, tournesol)
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Is Modified Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon modifié
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Is Egg White safe in this dessert?
Good
Egg White is used here as stabilizer. Egg white contributes to the structure and stability of the ice cream, enhancing its quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: blanc d'ŒUF
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Is Stabilizers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Stabilizers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers like guar gum and carob bean flour help maintain texture but indicate processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisants (gomme guar, farine de graines de caroube, pectine, carraghénanes)
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Is Maltose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Maltose is used here as sweetener. Maltose is a sugar that adds sweetness but is a processed ingredient with moderate concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: maltose
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like lecithins help blend ingredients but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiants (lécithines (contient SOJA))
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are used for taste enhancement but can vary in quality and sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arômes naturels
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Is Acid Regulators safe in this dessert?
Medium
Acid Regulators is used here as acidulant. Acid regulators like calcium carbonate and malic acid help balance pH but indicate processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: correcteurs d'acidité (carbonate de calcium, acide malique)
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Is Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Vanilla extract adds flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait de vanille
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Is Concentrated Lemon Juice safe in this dessert?
Good
Concentrated Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds acidity and freshness, enhancing the flavor profile of the ice cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citron concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Lemon Juice
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Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this dessert?
Medium
Carbon Dioxide is used here as other. Carbon dioxide is used for carbonation but does not contribute significantly to the product's quality.
Role in formula: other
Original: dioxyde de carbone
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Is Baking Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening_agent. Baking powder is used for leavening but is a processed ingredient that raises some concerns.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: poudre à lever (carbonate acide de sodium)
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: 4206022
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Allergens detected: almond , hazelnut
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