C4 Performance Energy Drink product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is C4 Performance Energy Drink Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Jolly Rancher

Jolly Rancher's C4 Performance Energy Drink is reviewed here as a soft drink. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Potassium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes synthetic sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which raise concerns about artificial additives. However, it also contains beneficial ingredients like niacinamide and beta-alanine.

Main concern

Presence of sucralose and acesulfame potassium raises concerns about synthetic sweeteners.

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 niacinamide, which supports energy metabolism and overall health.
  • Includes beta-alanine, known for enhancing athletic performance and endurance.

Concerns

  • Presence of sucralose and acesulfame potassium raises concerns about synthetic sweeteners.
  • Contains potassium benzoate, a preservative that may pose quality concerns.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, 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: 3462663

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Frequently asked questions

Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Jolly Rancher — C4 Performance Energy Drink 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 product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: carbonated water, camosyn beta-alanine, betapower betaine anhydrous. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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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.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Jolly Rancher — C4 Performance Energy Drink has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis notes: Contains niacinamide, which supports energy metabolism and overall health.; Includes beta-alanine, known for enhancing athletic performance and endurance.. See the Pros section above.
Jolly Rancher — C4 Performance Energy Drink has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Jolly Rancher products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Presence of sucralose and acesulfame potassium raises concerns about synthetic sweeteners.; Contains potassium benzoate, a preservative that may pose quality concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.

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