Blackcurrant Juice product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Blackcurrant Juice Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Tymbark

Blackcurrant Juice is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Tymbark. 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 Sugar, Flavorings, Sucralose affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This blackcurrant juice contains sugar and sucralose as sweeteners, raising concerns about added sugars and artificial sweeteners. The presence of citric acid and color concentrate indicates processing.

Main concern

Sugar is added, contributing to overall sweetness and raising health 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 blackcurrant juice, providing natural flavor and some fruit benefits.
  • Includes vitamin C, which is beneficial for immune support.
  • Citric acid acts as a natural preservative, enhancing shelf life.
  • Color concentrate from black carrot adds natural color without synthetic dyes.

Concerns

  • Sugar is added, contributing to overall sweetness and raising health concerns.
  • Sucralose is an artificial sweetener, which may raise questions about long-term health effects.
  • The juice is made from concentrated juice, indicating processing that may reduce nutrient content.
  • Aromas are included, which may be synthetic and raise quality concerns.

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 soft drink.

  • Is Water safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing hydration and volume to the juice.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Woda

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Blackcurrant Juice From Concentrated Juice safe in this soft drink?

    Medium

    Blackcurrant Juice From Concentrated Juice is used here as flavor. Blackcurrant juice adds flavor and some nutritional benefits, but being from concentrate may reduce its natural quality.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: sok z czarnych porzeczek z zagęszczonego soku

  • Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?

    Bad

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can contribute to health issues if consumed in excess.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: cukier

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?

    Medium

    Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but it is a processed ingredient.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: kwas cytrynowy

    Read the full ingredient profile for Citric Acid

  • Is Black Carrot Color Concentrate safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Black Carrot Color Concentrate is used here as colorant. This natural color concentrate provides visual appeal without synthetic dyes, supporting a more natural product.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: koncentrat barwiący z czarnej marchwi

  • Is Vitamin C safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Vitamin C is used here as nutrient. Vitamin C is included for its antioxidant properties, contributing positively to the juice's nutritional profile.

    Role in formula: nutrient

    Original: witamina C

    Read the full ingredient profile for Vitamin C

  • Is Flavorings safe in this soft drink?

    Bad

    Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings may be synthetic, raising concerns about the quality and naturalness of the product.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: aromaty

    Read the full ingredient profile for Flavorings

  • Is Sucralose safe in this soft drink?

    Bad

    Sucralose is used here as sweetener. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that may have potential health concerns associated with its consumption.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sukraloza

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sucralose

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: 4007536

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Frequently asked questions

Tymbark — Blackcurrant Juice has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.
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Tymbark — Blackcurrant Juice has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
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This blackcurrant juice contains sugar and sucralose as sweeteners, raising concerns about added sugars and artificial sweeteners. The presence of citric acid and color concentrate indicates processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.
Our analysis notes: Contains blackcurrant juice, providing natural flavor and some fruit benefits.; Includes vitamin C, which is beneficial for immune support.; Citric acid acts as a natural preservative, enhancing shelf life.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Sugar is added, contributing to overall sweetness and raising health concerns.; Sucralose is an artificial sweetener, which may raise questions about long-term health effects.; The juice is made from concentrated juice, indicating processing that may reduce nutrient content.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. 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.
Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Tymbark — Blackcurrant Juice has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Tymbark products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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