Is Campbell's Chunky Sirloin Burger Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Campbell's
This page reviews Campbell's Chunky Sirloin Burger by Campbell's as a soup broth. 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: Monosodium Glutamate, Flavoring, Caramel Color.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like monosodium glutamate and caramel color, which raise quality concerns. The presence of fermented whey indicates dairy content, affecting dietary restrictions.
Main concern
Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic 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 beef stock and seasoned beef sirloin, providing a rich flavor profile.
- Includes vegetables like carrots, green beans, and peas, contributing to overall texture.
Concerns
- Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Caramel color is an artificial colorant that may indicate a highly processed composition.
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 soup broth and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this soup broth?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for this soup, providing hydration and volume without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Carrots safe in this soup broth?
Good
Carrots is used here as natural_extract. Carrots add natural sweetness and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: carrots
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Is Beef Stock safe in this soup broth?
Good
Beef Stock is used here as base. Beef stock enhances the flavor profile, providing a savory base that is characteristic of hearty soups.
Role in formula: base
Original: beef stock
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Is Potatoes safe in this soup broth?
Good
Potatoes is used here as natural_extract. Potatoes add substance and texture to the soup, making it more filling and satisfying.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: potatoes
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Is Sirloin Beef safe in this soup broth?
Good
Sirloin Beef is used here as natural_extract. Sirloin beef contributes protein and a rich flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the soup.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sirloin beef
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Is Reconstituted Onions safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Reconstituted Onions is used here as flavor. Reconstituted onions provide flavor but are processed, which may raise some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: reconstituted onions
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Is Potato Extract safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Potato Extract is used here as thickener. Potato extract acts as a thickener, improving texture but indicating some level of processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: potato extract
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Is Salt safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive use can raise health concerns, particularly for sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Monosodium Glutamate safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Monosodium Glutamate is used here as flavor. Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that may raise concerns about artificial additives in food.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: monosodium glutamate
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Is Flavoring safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is a vague term that may include artificial components, raising concerns about transparency and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavoring
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Is Mustard safe in this soup broth?
Good
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard adds a tangy flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mustard
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Is Tomato Puree safe in this soup broth?
Good
Tomato Puree is used here as natural_extract. Tomato puree contributes natural sweetness and acidity, balancing the flavors in the soup.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: tomato puree
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Is Green Beans safe in this soup broth?
Good
Green Beans is used here as natural_extract. Green beans add texture and nutritional value, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: green beans
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Is Peas safe in this soup broth?
Good
Peas is used here as natural_extract. Peas provide sweetness and a pop of color, contributing positively to the soup's composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: peas
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Is Modified Food Starch safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Modified Food Starch is used here as thickener. Modified food starch is used as a thickening agent, which may raise concerns about processing and quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified food starch
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as thickener. Wheat flour serves as a thickening agent but may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: wheat flour
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract enhances flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Caramel Color safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Caramel Color is used here as colorant. Caramel color is an artificial colorant that may indicate a highly processed composition, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: caramel color
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Is Natural Flavoring safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is vague and may include various additives, raising concerns about transparency in ingredient sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavoring
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Is Fermented Whey safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Fermented Whey is used here as flavor. Fermented whey adds flavor and creaminess but is a dairy product, which may affect those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fermented whey
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Is Spice safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Spice is used here as flavor. Spice adds flavor complexity but is non-specific, raising questions about the exact composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spice
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: 3229799
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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