Is Chai Maple Moose Safe? Ingredient Analysis
David Rio
Chai Maple Moose is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for David Rio. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes cane sugar and creamed coconut oil, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sodium caseinate raises concerns about dairy derivatives, impacting the overall quality assessment.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cane sugar and creamed coconut oil, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sodium caseinate raises concerns about dairy derivatives, impacting the overall quality assessment.
Main concern
Cane sugar and corn syrup solids are processed sugars, raising 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
- Contains black tea powder, which provides flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
- Natural spice blend adds complexity and may enhance the sensory experience.
Concerns
- Cane sugar and corn syrup solids are processed sugars, raising concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Sodium caseinate is a milk derivative, which may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
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 food.
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener used for flavoring. Its high processing level raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Cane sugar
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Is Creamed Coconut Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Creamed Coconut Oil is used here as base. Creamed coconut oil is a processed fat that contributes to texture. Its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: creamed (coconut oil, corn syrup solids sodium caseinate [a milk derivative], mono and dielycerides, dipotassium phosphate, soy lecithin)
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Is Black Tea Powder safe in this food?
Good
Black Tea Powder is used here as flavor. Black tea powder provides flavor and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: black tea powder
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is used to enhance taste but can vary in quality and source, raising some concerns about transparency.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor
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Is Maple Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Maple Sugar is used here as sweetener. Maple sugar is a natural sweetener but is present in a small amount (2%), contributing to overall sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: maple sugar (2%)
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Is Natural Spice Blend safe in this food?
Good
Natural Spice Blend is used here as flavor. Natural spice blend adds flavor complexity and may enhance the overall sensory experience without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural spice blend
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: 3386673
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Allergens detected: milk
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