Is Biena Barbeque Chickpea Snacks Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Biena

Biena's Biena Barbeque Chickpea Snacks is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient list includes chickpeas and sunflower oil, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of evaporated cane juice and natural smoke flavor raises some concerns about processing and additives.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

The ingredient list includes chickpeas and sunflower oil, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of evaporated cane juice and natural smoke flavor raises some concerns about processing and additives.

Main concern

Evaporated cane juice is a processed sugar that may raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.

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

  • Chickpeas provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.
  • Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that adds texture and flavor without significant health concerns.

Concerns

  • Evaporated cane juice is a processed sugar that may raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.
  • Natural smoke flavor is a processed ingredient that can vary in quality and may contain additives.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, 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: 3488685

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Frequently asked questions

Biena — Biena Barbeque Chickpea Snacks has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
Biena — Biena Barbeque Chickpea Snacks has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Biena products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Yes. Biena — Biena Barbeque Chickpea Snacks has a Zerotox score of 70 / 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.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Chickpeas provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.; Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that adds texture and flavor without significant health concerns.. See the Pros section above.
Biena — Biena Barbeque Chickpea Snacks has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 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.
The ingredient list includes chickpeas and sunflower oil, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of evaporated cane juice and natural smoke flavor raises some concerns about processing and additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Evaporated cane juice is a processed sugar that may raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.; Natural smoke flavor is a processed ingredient that can vary in quality and may contain additives.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: chickpeas, sea salt, paprika. See the Ingredients section above.

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