Is Cheez Cruncherz The Cheezier Snack Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Orkla Confectionery Snacks Norge
Orkla Confectionery Snacks Norge's Cheez Cruncherz The Cheezier Snack 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 Glucose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cheese powder and glucose, indicating a processed snack. The presence of artificial colorants E160a and E160c raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains glucose, a processed sugar that raises concerns about added sugars.
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 cheese powder, providing a cheesy flavor profile.
- Includes buttermilk powder, which can enhance texture and taste.
Concerns
- Contains glucose, a processed sugar that raises concerns about added sugars.
- Artificial colorants E160a and E160c may indicate synthetic processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- 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 Corn Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Corn Flour is used here as base. Corn flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Maismel
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is used for frying, contributing to the snack's crispiness but raises concerns about refined oils.
Role in formula: base
Original: solsikkeolje
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Is Cheese Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Cheese Powder is used here as flavor. Cheese powder adds flavor but is derived from processed cheese, which may contain additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ostepulver
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Is Buttermilk Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Buttermilk Powder is used here as base. Buttermilk powder contributes to flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: kjernemelkpulver
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement, though excessive consumption can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Potato Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: potetstivelse
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Is Glucose safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose is used here as sweetener. Glucose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars in snacks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glukose
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: 4058348
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