Is Blueberry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Jumbo
Blueberry is a food from Jumbo. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes soybeans and modified corn starch, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and thickeners raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes soybeans and modified corn starch, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and thickeners raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Sugar is present, indicating added sweetness that may not be necessary.
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 blueberries, which provide natural flavor and color.
- Soybeans contribute protein and are a plant-based ingredient.
Concerns
- Sugar is present, indicating added sweetness that may not be necessary.
- Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that raises quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This food may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this product, ensuring proper consistency and hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Soybeans safe in this food?
Medium
Soybeans is used here as base. Soybeans provide a source of protein and are included at 13.1%, contributing to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: SOJAbonen
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may enhance flavor but raises concerns about unnecessary added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suiker
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Is Blueberry safe in this food?
Good
Blueberry is used here as flavor. Blueberries add natural flavor and color, enhancing the product's appeal and providing antioxidants.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: blauwe bes
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent, which can raise concerns about processing and quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gemodificeerd maïszetmeel
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Is Blueberry Puree Concentrate safe in this food?
Good
Blueberry Puree Concentrate is used here as flavor. Blueberry puree concentrate (1.4%) enhances flavor and provides a more intense blueberry taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: blauwe bessenpuree concentraat
Read the full ingredient profile for Blueberry Puree Concentrate
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Is Calcium Salts Of Orthophosphoric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Calcium Salts Of Orthophosphoric Acid is used here as mineral. These calcium salts are added for mineral content, but their synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: mineral
Original: mineraal: calciumzouten van ortho - zuur
Read the full ingredient profile for Calcium Salts Of Orthophosphoric Acid
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are included to enhance taste, but their exact composition is often unclear, raising transparency issues.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natuurlijke aroma's
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement, but excessive sodium can be a concern in processed foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity, providing a tart flavor and acting as a natural preservative.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citroenzuur
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as buffer. Sodium citrate helps maintain pH balance, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: E331
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Is E410 safe in this food?
Medium
E410 is used here as thickener. E410, or locust bean gum, is used as a thickening agent, which can raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: E410
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Is Vitamin D safe in this food?
Good
Vitamin D is used here as vitamin. Vitamin D is added for nutritional benefits, supporting bone health and overall wellness.
Role in formula: vitamin
Original: vitaminen:Zen D
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Is Starter Culture safe in this food?
Good
Starter Culture is used here as natural_extract. The starter culture aids in fermentation, contributing to flavor and texture, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: zuursel
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: 4216537
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Allergens detected: soy
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