Is Bergluft Stangerl Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Handl Tyrol
Bergluft Stangerl is one of the meat product products analyzed by Zerotox for Handl Tyrol. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Nitrite affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and sodium ascorbate as an antioxidant, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of dextrose also indicates some processing.
Main concern
Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.
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 natural spices and extracts, which can enhance flavor without synthetic additives.
- Includes sodium ascorbate, which serves as an antioxidant, helping to maintain product quality.
Concerns
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.
- Dextrose is a processed sugar, which may indicate a higher level of processing in the product.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this meat product.
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Is Pork safe in this meat product?
Good
Pork is used here as base. Pork serves as the primary ingredient, providing protein and flavor. Its quality depends on sourcing and processing methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Schweinefleisch
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Is Bacon safe in this meat product?
Good
Bacon is used here as base. Bacon adds flavor and fat content, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Speck
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Is Table Salt safe in this meat product?
Good
Table Salt is used here as base. Table salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation, though excessive intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: base
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Spices safe in this meat product?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Natural spices contribute to flavor complexity and can enhance the sensory experience of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Dextrose safe in this meat product?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar used for flavor and preservation, but its presence indicates some level of processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Sodium Ascorbate safe in this meat product?
Medium
Sodium Ascorbate is used here as antioxidant. Sodium ascorbate is used to prevent oxidation, helping to maintain freshness, but it is a synthetic compound.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Antioxidationsmittel: Natriumascorbat
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Is Sodium Nitrite safe in this meat product?
Bad
Sodium Nitrite is used here as preservative. Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that helps prevent spoilage but raises health concerns due to potential risks.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoff: Natriumnitrit
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Is Ripening Cultures safe in this meat product?
Good
Ripening Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Ripening cultures are beneficial for flavor development and preservation, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Reifekulturen
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Is Edible Sausage Casing From Beef Collagen safe in this meat product?
Medium
Edible Sausage Casing From Beef Collagen is used here as base. Beef collagen casings are used for structural integrity but are a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: essbare Wursthülle aus Rinderkollagen
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: 4241621
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