Blackcurrant Soothing Menthol Lozenges product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Blackcurrant Soothing Menthol Lozenges Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Jakemans

Jakemans's Blackcurrant Soothing Menthol Lozenges is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Flavouring.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup as primary sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. Lactic acid and citric acid serve as acidity regulators, which are common in lozenges but indicate processing.

Main concern

High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises 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 eucalyptus oil, which may provide a soothing effect.
  • Purple carrot juice concentrate adds natural color and some flavor.
  • Menthol crystals contribute to a cooling sensation, enhancing the lozenge experience.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises health concerns.
  • Presence of artificial flavoring may indicate less natural composition.
  • Use of acidity regulators like sodium lactate suggests processing.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, 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: 3942219

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Frequently asked questions

The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup as primary sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. Lactic acid and citric acid serve as acidity regulators, which are common in lozenges but indicate processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises health concerns.; Presence of artificial flavoring may indicate less natural composition.; Use of acidity regulators like sodium lactate suggests processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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Jakemans — Blackcurrant Soothing Menthol Lozenges 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.
Jakemans — Blackcurrant Soothing Menthol Lozenges has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
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Jakemans — Blackcurrant Soothing Menthol Lozenges has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Jakemans products. 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: purple carrot juice concentrate, menthol crystals, eucalyptus oil. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Contains eucalyptus oil, which may provide a soothing effect.; Purple carrot juice concentrate adds natural color and some flavor.; Menthol crystals contribute to a cooling sensation, enhancing the lozenge experience.. See the Pros section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
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.

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