Is Campbell's Chicken Broth Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Campbell Soup Company
Campbell Soup Company's Campbell's Chicken Broth is reviewed here as a pet food. 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 Monosodium Glutamate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes chicken stock and chicken fat, which are good sources of flavor. However, the presence of monosodium glutamate and yeast extract raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Main concern
Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that may raise sensitivity 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
- Chicken stock provides a natural base, contributing to flavor and moisture.
- Dried chicken adds protein content, enhancing the nutritional profile.
- Celery extract offers a natural flavoring component, improving taste.
- Contains less than 2% of ingredients, indicating a focus on primary components.
Concerns
- Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that may raise sensitivity concerns.
- Yeast extract is a processed ingredient that can be controversial among some consumers.
- Corn oil is a refined oil, which may not be ideal for all pet diets.
- High sodium content from salt could be a concern for some pets.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this pet food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Chicken Stock safe in this pet food?
Good
Chicken Stock is used here as base. Chicken stock serves as the primary base, providing moisture and flavor. Its natural composition supports a good quality assessment.
Role in formula: base
Original: Chicken stock
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Is Chicken Fat safe in this pet food?
Medium
Chicken Fat is used here as base. Chicken fat adds flavor and energy but is a processed fat that may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: chicken fat
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Is Salt safe in this pet food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to high sodium levels, which may not be suitable for all pets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this pet food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Monosodium Glutamate safe in this pet food?
Bad
Monosodium Glutamate is used here as flavor. Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that can cause sensitivity in some pets, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: monosodium glutamate
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Is Corn Oil safe in this pet food?
Medium
Corn Oil is used here as base. Corn oil is a refined oil that may not provide the best quality fats for pets, raising potential health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: corn oil
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Is Natural Flavoring safe in this pet food?
Medium
Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is used to enhance taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific sources, raising quality questions.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavoring
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Is Soy Protein Concentrate safe in this pet food?
Medium
Soy Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Soy protein concentrate adds protein but is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for all pets.
Role in formula: base
Original: soy protein concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Soy Protein Concentrate
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Is Dried Chicken safe in this pet food?
Good
Dried Chicken is used here as base. Dried chicken contributes protein and flavor, supporting a positive quality assessment in this broth.
Role in formula: base
Original: dried chicken
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Is Celery Extract safe in this pet food?
Good
Celery Extract is used here as natural_extract. Celery extract provides natural flavoring and may offer some nutritional benefits, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: celery extract
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: 4285197
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