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Is Black Beans In Salted Water Safe? Ingredient Analysis

El Tequito

This page reviews Black Beans In Salted Water by El Tequito as a snack. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

The composition consists of black beans, drinking water, and edible salt. The presence of black beans indicates a natural source of fiber and nutrients, supporting a clean rating.

85 / 100

Good quality

Why score is 85

The composition consists of black beans, drinking water, and edible salt. The presence of black beans indicates a natural source of fiber and nutrients, supporting a clean rating.

Main concern

The addition of edible salt raises concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.

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

  • Black beans are a natural source of fiber, contributing positively to digestive health.
  • The ingredient list is simple, with no artificial additives or preservatives detected.
  • Drinking water serves as a safe and essential base for the product.
  • Minimal processing is indicated by the straightforward ingredient composition.

Concerns

  • The addition of edible salt raises concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
  • No additional flavoring or preservation methods are present, which may limit shelf life.
  • The product may not appeal to those seeking low-sodium options.
  • Limited variety in ingredients may not meet diverse culinary needs.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.

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: 3542139

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Frequently asked questions

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.
El Tequito — Black Beans In Salted Water has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More El Tequito products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
El Tequito — Black Beans In Salted Water has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
El Tequito — Black Beans In Salted Water has a Zerotox score of 85 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
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The composition consists of black beans, drinking water, and edible salt. The presence of black beans indicates a natural source of fiber and nutrients, supporting a clean rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives El Tequito — Black Beans In Salted Water a safety score of 85 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown 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.
This product is flagged for: The addition of edible salt raises concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.; No additional flavoring or preservation methods are present, which may limit shelf life.; The product may not appeal to those seeking low-sodium options.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: black beans, drinking water. See the Ingredients section above.
This product scores 85 / 100 with fewer concerning ingredients. See the Pros and Ingredients sections above.

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