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Is Calpico Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Asahi

This page reviews Calpico by Asahi 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: Sucralose.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

Calpico contains several processed ingredients like sugar and maltitol syrup, alongside synthetic sweeteners like sucralose. These raise concerns about overall composition quality and safety.

Main concern

Presence of sucralose, a synthetic sweetener, raises concerns about artificial 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 lactic acid, which can enhance flavor and provide a tangy profile.
  • Natural flavors are included, which may contribute to a more authentic taste experience.

Concerns

  • Presence of sucralose, a synthetic sweetener, raises concerns about artificial additives.
  • Maltitol syrup is a processed sweetener that may cause digestive issues for some individuals.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink and why it matters.

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: 3466280

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Similar products: soft_drink in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

Asahi — Calpico 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.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
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.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Asahi — Calpico has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Asahi products. 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains lactic acid, which can enhance flavor and provide a tangy profile.; Natural flavors are included, which may contribute to a more authentic taste experience.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Presence of sucralose, a synthetic sweetener, raises concerns about artificial additives.; Maltitol syrup is a processed sweetener that may cause digestive issues for some individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Calpico contains several processed ingredients like sugar and maltitol syrup, alongside synthetic sweeteners like sucralose. These raise concerns about overall composition quality and safety. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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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.

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