Chicken Colombo product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Chicken Colombo Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Picard

This page reviews Chicken Colombo by Picard as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Maltodextrin.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes chicken fillet and various vegetables, but also contains sodium caseinate and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of preservatives and additives indicates a processed product.

Main concern

Sodium caseinate is a milk-derived additive that may raise concerns for those avoiding dairy.

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 chicken fillet (16.7%) sourced from France, indicating a level of quality control.
  • Includes a variety of vegetables like eggplant and onion, contributing to flavor and texture.
  • Coconut milk powder adds a unique flavor profile, enhancing the dish's authenticity.
  • The use of spices like cumin and turmeric suggests a focus on flavor complexity.

Concerns

  • Sodium caseinate is a milk-derived additive that may raise concerns for those avoiding dairy.
  • Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can affect blood sugar levels and is often used as a filler.
  • The presence of preservatives in the chicken stock indicates a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.
  • Potential allergen traces (shellfish, egg, fish) could pose risks for sensitive individuals.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

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

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.

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: 3657610

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Allergens detected: shellfish , egg , fish , soy , celery , sesame

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Frequently asked questions

This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: cooked rice, chicken fillet, water. See the Ingredients section above.
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Our analysis notes: Contains chicken fillet (16.7%) sourced from France, indicating a level of quality control.; Includes a variety of vegetables like eggplant and onion, contributing to flavor and texture.; Coconut milk powder adds a unique flavor profile, enhancing the dish's authenticity.. See the Pros section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
This product is flagged for: Sodium caseinate is a milk-derived additive that may raise concerns for those avoiding dairy.; Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can affect blood sugar levels and is often used as a filler.; The presence of preservatives in the chicken stock indicates a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Picard — Chicken Colombo has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Picard — Chicken Colombo has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Picard products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
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.
The composition includes chicken fillet and various vegetables, but also contains sodium caseinate and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of preservatives and additives indicates a processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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