Caramelised Onion Chutney product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Caramelised Onion Chutney Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Cottage Delight

Cottage Delight's Caramelised Onion Chutney is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes onion and balsamic vinegar, but also contains sugar and preservatives like sulfur dioxide, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple sugars and additives indicates a processed product.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes onion and balsamic vinegar, but also contains sugar and preservatives like sulfur dioxide, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple sugars and additives indicates a processed product.

Main concern

Contains multiple sugars, including muscovado and regular sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.

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

  • Onion (51%) provides a natural base, contributing flavor and texture.
  • Balsamic vinegar adds acidity and depth, enhancing the overall taste profile.

Concerns

  • Contains multiple sugars, including muscovado and regular sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
  • Includes sulfur dioxide as a preservative, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, 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: 3939943

More from this brand: Cottage Delight products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

Cottage Delight — Caramelised Onion Chutney has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Cottage Delight products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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Our analysis notes: Onion (51%) provides a natural base, contributing flavor and texture.; Balsamic vinegar adds acidity and depth, enhancing the overall taste profile.. See the Pros section above.
Browse Cottage Delight products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
The composition includes onion and balsamic vinegar, but also contains sugar and preservatives like sulfur dioxide, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple sugars and additives indicates a processed product. 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.
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.
Cottage Delight — Caramelised Onion Chutney has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: onion, balsamic vinegar, spices. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Contains multiple sugars, including muscovado and regular sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.; Includes sulfur dioxide as a preservative, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Cottage Delight — Caramelised Onion Chutney 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.

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