Carrefour Classic Salami with Garlic 14 Slices product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Carrefour Classic Salami with Garlic 14 Slices Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Carrefour

Carrefour's Carrefour Classic Salami with Garlic 14 Slices is reviewed here as a meat product. 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 Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of milk proteins and lactose may affect those with dairy sensitivities.

Main concern

Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality 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

  • Contains pork meat and spices, contributing to a traditional flavor profile.
  • Includes rosemary extract, which may provide some antioxidant properties.
  • The use of garlic enhances flavor and may offer some culinary benefits.
  • The product is smoked with beech wood, adding a distinct taste.

Concerns

  • Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.
  • Contains milk proteins and lactose, which may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.
  • Dextrose is a processed sugar, which may not align with clean eating preferences.
  • The presence of artificial colorants like beetroot red indicates processing.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this meat product, 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: 3974794

More from this brand: Carrefour products in Zerotox

Similar products: meat_product in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , soy , mustard

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Frequently asked questions

The composition includes sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of milk proteins and lactose may affect those with dairy sensitivities. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: pork meat, salt, spices. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.; Contains milk proteins and lactose, which may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.; Dextrose is a processed sugar, which may not align with clean eating preferences.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Carrefour — Carrefour Classic Salami with Garlic 14 Slices has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Carrefour 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.
Carrefour — Carrefour Classic Salami with Garlic 14 Slices has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among meat product products. See the full breakdown above.
We detected: milk, soy, mustard. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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.
Browse Carrefour products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
Carrefour — Carrefour Classic Salami with Garlic 14 Slices 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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