Is Boostee Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Faxe Kondi
This page reviews Boostee by Faxe Kondi as a soft drink. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes synthetic preservatives like sodium benzoate (E211) and potassium sorbate (E202), raising concerns about processed additives. Natural color from safflower extract is present, but overall quality is mixed.
Main concern
Presence of synthetic preservatives (E211, E202) raises concerns about processed 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 natural color from safflower extract, indicating some use of natural ingredients.
- Includes vitamins such as B6 and B12, which can contribute to overall nutritional value.
Concerns
- Presence of synthetic preservatives (E211, E202) raises concerns about processed additives.
- High sugar content from added sugars and glucose may contribute to health concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing hydration without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vand
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Is Sucrose safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sucrose is used here as sweetener. Sucrose is a common sweetener that adds sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Glucose safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Glucose is used here as sweetener. Glucose is included as a sweetener, contributing to the overall sugar content and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: druesukker
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Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, generally considered safe in moderation.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: syre (E330)
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Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbon Dioxide is used here as base. Carbon dioxide is responsible for carbonation, enhancing the drink's refreshing qualities without safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: kuldioxid
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Is Salt safe in this soft drink?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used in small amounts for flavor enhancement, posing no significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Caffeine safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Caffeine is used here as flavor. Caffeine is included in small amounts for flavor and stimulation, but excessive intake can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: koffein (0,03%)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmidler (E202)
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that can raise concerns about long-term health effects.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmidler (E211)
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Is Sodium Phosphate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Phosphate is used here as acidulant. Sodium phosphate is used for pH regulation, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhedsregulerende midler (E339)
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as acidulant. Sodium bicarbonate is used for pH regulation and carbonation, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhedsregulerende midler (E500)
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as acidulant. Sodium citrate is used for pH regulation and flavor enhancement, but it is a synthetic ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhedsregulerende midler (E331)
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Is Potassium Bicarbonate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Potassium Bicarbonate is used here as acidulant. Potassium bicarbonate is used for pH regulation, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhedsregulerende midler (E501)
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Is Natural Color Safflower Extract safe in this soft drink?
Good
Natural Color Safflower Extract is used here as colorant. Natural color from safflower extract is used, indicating a preference for natural ingredients over synthetic dyes.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: naturlig farve (ekstrakt af saflor)
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Is Aroma Including Quinine safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Aroma Including Quinine is used here as flavor. Aroma compounds, including quinine, are used for flavoring but may raise concerns about artificial flavoring.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma (bl.a. quinin)
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Is Pantothenic Acid safe in this soft drink?
Good
Pantothenic Acid is used here as natural_extract. Pantothenic acid is a vitamin that contributes to overall health, indicating some nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: vitaminer (pantothensyre)
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Is Vitamin B6 safe in this soft drink?
Good
Vitamin B6 is used here as natural_extract. Vitamin B6 is included for its health benefits, contributing positively to the drink's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: vitamin B6
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Is Biotin safe in this soft drink?
Good
Biotin is used here as natural_extract. Biotin is a vitamin that supports health, adding to the drink's nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: biotin
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Is Vitamin B12 safe in this soft drink?
Good
Vitamin B12 is used here as natural_extract. Vitamin B12 is included for its health benefits, enhancing the drink's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: vitamin B12
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: 4004926
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