Is Black and White Sesame Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Alka
Black and White Sesame is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Alka. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes wheat flour and various oils, with black and white sesame at 7.5%. The presence of sugar and sodium bicarbonate raises concerns about processed ingredients.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes wheat flour and various oils, with black and white sesame at 7.5%. The presence of sugar and sodium bicarbonate raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Main concern
Wheat flour and sugar indicate a processed composition, raising 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
- Contains black and white sesame, which adds flavor and texture.
- Rosemary extracts serve as antioxidants, potentially enhancing shelf life.
Concerns
- Wheat flour and sugar indicate a processed composition, raising quality concerns.
- Soy lecithin as an emulsifier may raise concerns for those avoiding soy.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common base ingredient providing structure but is highly processed, raising concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pšeničná mouka
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: řepkový olej
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is often used in snacks, but its refined nature raises concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: slunečnicový olej
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Is Black Sesame safe in this snack?
Good
Black Sesame is used here as natural_extract. Black sesame adds flavor and nutritional value, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: černý sezam
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Is White Sesame safe in this snack?
Good
White Sesame is used here as natural_extract. White sesame complements the black sesame, enhancing flavor and providing healthy fats.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: bílý sezam
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukr
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ječný sladový extrakt
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as base. Sea salt is a natural mineral that enhances flavor without raising significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: jedlá mořská sůl
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgátor: sójový lecitin
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening_agent. Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent but is a processed ingredient, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: kypřicí látka: uhličitan sodný
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Is Rosemary Extracts safe in this snack?
Good
Rosemary Extracts is used here as antioxidant. Rosemary extracts serve as natural antioxidants, potentially enhancing the product's shelf life.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxidant: výtažky z rozmarýnu
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: 4018821
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