Is Blendy Stick Milk Caramel Coffee Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ajinomoto
Ajinomoto's Blendy Stick Milk Caramel Coffee is reviewed here as a soft drink. 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, Silicon Dioxide.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and sweeteners, which raise quality concerns. Aspartame and Acesulfame K are synthetic sweeteners that may affect overall safety perception.
Main concern
Contains synthetic sweeteners (Aspartame, Acesulfame K) which raise safety 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 instant coffee, providing a quick caffeine source.
- Includes creaming powder for a rich texture in the drink.
Concerns
- Contains synthetic sweeteners (Aspartame, Acesulfame K) which raise safety concerns.
- High sugar content from caramel powder may indicate excessive processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Creaming Powder safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Creaming Powder is used here as base. Creaming powder adds creaminess to the coffee but is a processed ingredient that may contain additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: Creaming powder
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to high caloric content and raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Instant Coffee safe in this soft drink?
Good
Instant Coffee is used here as flavor. Instant coffee provides a convenient source of caffeine, enhancing the drink's flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Instant coffee
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and protein but is a processed dairy product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Skimmed milk powder
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Is Caramel Powder safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Caramel Powder is used here as flavor. Caramel powder adds sweetness and flavor but is derived from sugar and may contain additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Caramel powder (sweetened condensed milk, skimmed milk powder, sugar, whole milk powder, cream cheese , Salt / pH adjuster, Flavoring (milk-derived), Milk protein, Sweeteners (Aspartame-L-phenylalanine compound, Acesulfame K), Silicon dioxide (microparticulate), Emulsifier, Seasoning (amino acids, etc.)
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Is Silicon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Silicon Dioxide is used here as anti-caking agent. Silicon dioxide is used to prevent clumping but is a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: Silicon dioxide (microparticulate)
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Is Emulsifier safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Emulsifier is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers help blend ingredients but can be synthetic and raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulsifier
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Is Seasoning safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Seasoning is used here as flavor. Seasoning may enhance flavor but often contains additives that can complicate ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Seasoning (amino acids, etc.)
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: 3919876
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Allergens detected: milk
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