Buckin Ranch product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Buckin Ranch Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Takis

Takis's Buckin Ranch is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Monosodium Glutamate, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Dextrose.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes several synthetic additives like monosodium glutamate and artificial flavors, raising significant quality and safety concerns. The presence of palm oil and sugar further detracts from the overall rating.

Main concern

Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that raises 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 spices and natural flavors which can enhance taste.
  • Includes tomato powder and onion powder, adding some natural flavor components.

Concerns

  • Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that raises safety concerns.
  • Artificial flavors and colors like yellow 5 lake indicate a highly processed composition.
  • High sugar content from corn syrup and dextrose raises quality concerns.
  • Palm oil presence raises sustainability and health concerns.

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 snack, 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: 3427218

More from this brand: Takis products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Takis — Buckin Ranch has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
The composition includes several synthetic additives like monosodium glutamate and artificial flavors, raising significant quality and safety concerns. The presence of palm oil and sugar further detracts from the overall rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: salt, tomato powder, onion powder. See the Ingredients section above.
Takis — Buckin Ranch has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Takis products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains spices and natural flavors which can enhance taste.; Includes tomato powder and onion powder, adding some natural flavor components.. See the Pros section above.
Takis — Buckin Ranch has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 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.
Main concerns for this product: Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that raises safety concerns.; Artificial flavors and colors like yellow 5 lake indicate a highly processed composition.. See the full list above.
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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We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.

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