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Is Boom Tijuana Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Grefusa

Boom Tijuana is a snack from Grefusa. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Aromas, Monosodium Glutamate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes monosodium glutamate and artificial colorants, indicating a processed nature. The presence of sugar and salt raises concerns about overall quality and safety.

Main concern

Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.

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 concentrated fruit and vegetable extracts, which can provide some natural flavoring.
  • Includes garlic and jalapeño powder, adding a distinct flavor profile.
  • Uses natural caramel color, which is less concerning than synthetic alternatives.

Concerns

  • Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Sugar is present, contributing to potential health concerns related to excessive consumption.
  • The presence of artificial colorants indicates a processed composition, which may affect quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This snack 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 snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 4163663

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Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy , milk

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains concentrated fruit and vegetable extracts, which can provide some natural flavoring.; Includes garlic and jalapeño powder, adding a distinct flavor profile.; Uses natural caramel color, which is less concerning than synthetic alternatives.. See the Pros section above.
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This product is flagged for: Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Sugar is present, contributing to potential health concerns related to excessive consumption.; The presence of artificial colorants indicates a processed composition, which may affect quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Grefusa — Boom Tijuana has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
Grefusa — Boom Tijuana has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Grefusa products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Grefusa — Boom Tijuana a safety score of 60 / 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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
We detected: soy, milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes monosodium glutamate and artificial colorants, indicating a processed nature. The presence of sugar and salt raises concerns about overall quality and safety. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Grefusa — Boom Tijuana 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.
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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