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Is Cheezmos Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Lesser Evil

Cheezmos is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Lesser Evil. The product scores 80/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

The composition includes organic milled corn and organic avocado oil, which are good quality ingredients. However, the presence of organic flavor and organic cheddar cheese raises some concerns about processing.

80 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 80

The composition includes organic milled corn and organic avocado oil, which are good quality ingredients. However, the presence of organic flavor and organic cheddar cheese raises some concerns about processing.

Main concern

Organic flavor is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its exact composition and sourcing.

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

  • Organic milled corn provides a natural base, contributing to a cleaner ingredient profile.
  • Organic avocado oil is a good source of healthy fats, enhancing the overall quality of the snack.

Concerns

  • Organic flavor is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its exact composition and sourcing.
  • Organic cheddar cheese contains milk, which may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.

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 snack.

  • Is Organic Milled Corn safe in this snack?

    Good

    Organic Milled Corn is used here as base. Organic milled corn serves as the primary ingredient, providing a natural and wholesome base for the snack. Its organic status indicates minimal processing and higher quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: ORGANIC MILLED CORN

  • Is Organic Avocado Oil safe in this snack?

    Good

    Organic Avocado Oil is used here as base. Organic avocado oil is included for its healthy fat content, contributing positively to the snack's nutritional profile while being minimally processed.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: ORGANIC AVOCADO OIL

    Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Avocado Oil

  • Is Organic White Cheddar Seasoning safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Organic White Cheddar Seasoning is used here as flavor. This seasoning blend includes several components, some of which are processed. While it adds flavor, the presence of organic flavor raises questions about its specific ingredients.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: ORGANIC WHITE CHEDDAR SEASONING (ORGANIC TAPIOCA SOLIDS, SEA SALT, ORGANIC BUTTERMILK, ORGANIC FLAVOR, ORGANIC CHEDDAR CHEESE (ORGANIC MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), ORGANIC SKIM MILK, ORGANIC YEAST EXTRACT, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID)

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: 3470687

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: organic milled corn, organic avocado oil. See the Ingredients section above.
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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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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Yes. Lesser Evil — Cheezmos has a Zerotox score of 80 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Lesser Evil — Cheezmos has a Zerotox safety score of 80 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Lesser Evil products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.

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