Berry Awesome Assorted Fruit Candies product image with 30/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Berry Awesome Assorted Fruit Candies Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Ferrara Candy Company

Ferrara Candy Company's Berry Awesome Assorted Fruit Candies is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Confectioner S Glaze, White Mineral Oil, Red 40.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as artificial colors (Red 40, Blue 1, Yellow 5) and preservatives, indicating a highly processed product with significant quality concerns.

Main concern

Presence of artificial colors like Red 40 and Yellow 5 raises concerns about synthetic additives.

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 citric acid, which provides tartness and enhances flavor.
  • Lactic acid acts as a flavoring agent, contributing to the overall taste profile.

Concerns

  • Presence of artificial colors like Red 40 and Yellow 5 raises concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Confectioner’s glaze (shellac) is a synthetic coating that may not appeal to all consumers.

Ingredients breakdown

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

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: 3197536

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Frequently asked questions

Ferrara Candy Company — Berry Awesome Assorted Fruit Candies has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis notes: Contains citric acid, which provides tartness and enhances flavor.; Lactic acid acts as a flavoring agent, contributing to the overall taste profile.. See the Pros section above.
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.
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as artificial colors (Red 40, Blue 1, Yellow 5) and preservatives, indicating a highly processed product with significant quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: citric acid, acacia, lemon juice from concentrate. See the Ingredients section above.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Presence of artificial colors like Red 40 and Yellow 5 raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Confectioner’s glaze (shellac) is a synthetic coating that may not appeal to all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. 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 flags white mineral oil in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Ferrara Candy Company — Berry Awesome Assorted Fruit Candies has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 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.
This product is flagged for: Presence of artificial colors like Red 40 and Yellow 5 raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Confectioner’s glaze (shellac) is a synthetic coating that may not appeal to all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Main concerns for this product: Presence of artificial colors like Red 40 and Yellow 5 raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Confectioner’s glaze (shellac) is a synthetic coating that may not appeal to all consumers.. See the full list above.
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