Is Bulgogi Marinade Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bibigo
Bulgogi Marinade is a sauce condiment from Bibigo. 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 High Fructose Corn Syrup, Monosodium Glutamate, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like E621 (monosodium glutamate) and E202 (potassium sorbate), which raise quality concerns. The presence of high fructose corn syrup and artificial color E160c also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content and health implications.
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 garlic (4.0%) and ginger, which are natural flavor enhancers contributing positively to taste.
- Includes soy sauce, providing a traditional flavor base that is common in marinades.
Concerns
- High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content and health implications.
- E621 (monosodium glutamate) is a flavor enhancer that may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
This sauce condiment 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 sauce condiment so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Chili Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Chili Paste is used here as flavor. Chili paste provides heat and flavor to the marinade, but its composition includes several processed ingredients, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chilipaste
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Is High Fructose Corn Syrup safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
High Fructose Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to various health issues, indicating a less desirable ingredient in this marinade.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Maissirup mit hohem Fruktosegehalt
Read the full ingredient profile for High Fructose Corn Syrup
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Is Monosodium Glutamate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Monosodium Glutamate is used here as flavor. Monosodium glutamate (E621) is a flavor enhancer that can cause sensitivity in some individuals, raising concerns about its inclusion.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Geschmacksverstärker: E621
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, which raises concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoff: E202
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Is Artificial Color E160c safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Artificial Color E160c is used here as colorant. Artificial color E160c is used for visual appeal but raises concerns about synthetic additives and their potential health effects.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Farbstoff: E160c
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Is Thickener E415 safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Thickener E415 is used here as thickener. Thickener E415 is used to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel: E415
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: 4238416
More from this brand: Bibigo products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat , soy
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