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Is Chicken Stock Cubes Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Knorr

This page reviews Chicken Stock Cubes by Knorr as a sauce condiment. 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: Monosodium Glutamate, Flavourings, Potassium Iodate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes monosodium glutamate and various flavor enhancers, indicating a processed product. Concerns arise from synthetic additives like tetrasodium pyrophosphate and maltodextrin, which may affect quality.

Main concern

Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that raises 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 garlic and spices, which can enhance flavor naturally.
  • Includes vegetable fat, providing a source of flavor and texture.
  • Soy sauce adds umami flavor, contributing to the overall taste profile.

Concerns

  • Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that raises quality concerns.
  • Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may not be desirable for all consumers.
  • Tetrasodium pyrophosphate is a synthetic additive that can indicate a highly processed product.

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 sauce condiment 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: 4264711

More from this brand: Knorr products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy , wheat , celery

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Frequently asked questions

Knorr — Chicken Stock Cubes has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Knorr products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that raises quality concerns.; Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may not be desirable for all consumers.; Tetrasodium pyrophosphate is a synthetic additive that can indicate a highly processed product.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Our analysis notes: Contains garlic and spices, which can enhance flavor naturally.; Includes vegetable fat, providing a source of flavor and texture.; Soy sauce adds umami flavor, contributing to the overall taste profile.. See the Pros section above.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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Knorr — Chicken Stock Cubes has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
We detected: soy, wheat, celery. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes monosodium glutamate and various flavor enhancers, indicating a processed product. Concerns arise from synthetic additives like tetrasodium pyrophosphate and maltodextrin, which may affect quality. 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.
Knorr — Chicken Stock Cubes 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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