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Is Chicken Ramen Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Oyakata

Oyakata's Chicken Ramen is reviewed here as a food. 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 Sodium Carbonate, Potassium Carbonate, E621.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like E621 and E635 as flavor enhancers, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of palm oil and maltodextrin also indicates a processed nature.

Main concern

Contains E621 and E635, which are synthetic flavor enhancers that raise quality concerns.

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 extract powder, providing a source of flavor and protein.
  • Includes natural ingredients like garlic powder and ginger powder, which can enhance taste.

Concerns

  • Contains E621 and E635, which are synthetic flavor enhancers that raise quality concerns.
  • Palm oil is present, which is often criticized for environmental impact and health concerns.

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 food, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 4010642

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Allergens detected: milk , egg , celery , mustard , crustaceans , molluscs , sulphur dioxide , sulphites

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains chicken extract powder, providing a source of flavor and protein.; Includes natural ingredients like garlic powder and ginger powder, which can enhance taste.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Contains E621 and E635, which are synthetic flavor enhancers that raise quality concerns.; Palm oil is present, which is often criticized for environmental impact and health concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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Oyakata — Chicken Ramen has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Oyakata 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.
Oyakata — Chicken Ramen has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like E621 and E635 as flavor enhancers, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of palm oil and maltodextrin also indicates a processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: milk, egg, celery, mustard, crustaceans. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.

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