Is Cheese Cracker Sharing Tub Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Savour Bakes
Savour Bakes's Cheese Cracker Sharing Tub is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Sugar, Sodium Metabisulphite.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cheese powder and high oleic sunflower oil, but also contains sugar and sodium metabisulphite, raising quality concerns. The presence of malt syrup and raising agents indicates a processed product.
Main concern
Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweetness in a snack product.
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
- High oleic sunflower oil is a better choice than standard oils, providing a more stable fat profile.
- Cheese powder contributes to flavor and is a key ingredient, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Concerns
- Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweetness in a snack product.
- Sodium metabisulphite is a synthetic antioxidant that may raise quality and safety concerns due to its potential effects.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the crackers. However, it is a refined ingredient, which may raise concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wheat Flour
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Is High Oleic Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Good
High Oleic Sunflower Oil is used here as base. High oleic sunflower oil is used for its stability and healthier fat profile compared to regular sunflower oil, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: High Oleic Sunflower Oil
Read the full ingredient profile for High Oleic Sunflower Oil
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Is Cheese Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Cheese Powder is used here as flavor. Cheese powder provides flavor and richness to the crackers, but its high concentration (59%) indicates a processed ingredient that may not reflect fresh cheese quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cheese Powder 59% (Milk)
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Is Malt Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Malt Syrup is used here as sweetener. Malt syrup adds sweetness and flavor complexity, but it is a processed ingredient that may contribute to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Malt Syrup (contains Wheat, Barley)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added to enhance sweetness, which raises concerns about excessive sugar intake in snack foods, impacting overall health.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor, but excessive sodium intake is a common concern in processed snacks.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate is used here as raising agent. Sodium hydrogen carbonate acts as a raising agent, helping the crackers achieve the desired texture. It is generally considered safe in food applications.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: Raising Agents (Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate)
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
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Is Ammonium Hydrogen Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Ammonium Hydrogen Carbonate is used here as raising agent. Ammonium hydrogen carbonate is another raising agent that aids in leavening. While effective, it is less common and may raise some concerns.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: Ammonium Hydrogen Carbonate
Read the full ingredient profile for Ammonium Hydrogen Carbonate
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Is Cheese Flavour safe in this snack?
Medium
Cheese Flavour is used here as flavor. Cheese flavour is an artificial flavoring that enhances the cheese taste but raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cheese Flavour (Milk)
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Is Sodium Metabisulphite safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Metabisulphite is used here as preservative. Sodium metabisulphite is a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve freshness. It may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Antioxidant (Sodium Metabisulphite)
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: 3865619
More from this brand: Savour Bakes products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , wheat , barley
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