Carrefour Classic Salami Without Garlic 14 Slices product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Carrefour Classic Salami Without Garlic 14 Slices Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Carrefour

Carrefour Classic Salami Without Garlic 14 Slices is one of the meat product products analyzed by Zerotox for Carrefour. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Nitrite, Sodium Nitrate affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252) as preservatives, which raise safety concerns due to their synthetic nature. The presence of milk proteins and lactose may also affect those with dairy sensitivities.

Main concern

Contains sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252), which are synthetic preservatives with potential health 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, providing a source of protein.
  • Includes spices for flavor enhancement, contributing to taste.
  • Uses antioxidants like ascorbic acid (E301) to maintain freshness.
  • The product is smoked with beech wood, adding a distinct flavor.

Concerns

  • Contains sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252), which are synthetic preservatives with potential health concerns.
  • Includes milk proteins and lactose, which may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.
  • The presence of artificial colorant (E162) raises questions about the naturalness of the product.
  • Potential traces of mustard and soy may pose allergen risks.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this meat product.

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: 3974798

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

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.
Carrefour — Carrefour Classic Salami Without 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.
We detected: milk, soy, mustard. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252) as preservatives, which raise safety concerns due to their synthetic nature. The presence of milk proteins and lactose may also affect those with dairy sensitivities. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: pork meat, salt, spices. See the Ingredients section above.
Carrefour — Carrefour Classic Salami Without 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.
Browse meat product products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis.
Carrefour — Carrefour Classic Salami Without Garlic 14 Slices has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among meat product products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Contains sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium nitrate (E252), which are synthetic preservatives with potential health concerns.; Includes milk proteins and lactose, which may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.; The presence of artificial colorant (E162) raises questions about the naturalness of the product.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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