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Is Chickpeas Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Bonduelle Restauration

This page reviews Chickpeas by Bonduelle Restauration as a food. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

The composition includes soaked chickpeas, water, and natural flavoring. The presence of natural flavoring raises minimal concerns, supporting a clean rating.

85 / 100

Good quality

Why score is 85

The composition includes soaked chickpeas, water, and natural flavoring. The presence of natural flavoring raises minimal concerns, supporting a clean rating.

Main concern

The presence of salt may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.

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

  • Chickpeas are a natural source of plant-based protein, contributing positively to the product's quality.
  • The use of water as a primary ingredient ensures hydration and maintains the texture of the chickpeas.
  • Natural flavoring enhances taste without synthetic additives, supporting a clean ingredient profile.

Concerns

  • The presence of salt may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
  • Potential soy contamination indicates a risk for individuals with soy allergies.

Who should avoid this product?

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

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

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

  • Is Chickpeas safe in this food?

    Good

    Chickpeas is used here as base. Chickpeas are a nutritious legume providing fiber and protein, essential for a balanced diet. Their inclusion supports the product's overall quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Pois chiches secs trempés

    Read the full ingredient profile for Chickpeas

  • Is Water safe in this food?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent and hydration agent, crucial for maintaining the texture and quality of the chickpeas in this product.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: eau

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Salt safe in this food?

    Medium

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but can contribute to sodium intake concerns, particularly for those on restricted diets.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: sel

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Natural Flavoring safe in this food?

    Medium

    Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is included to enhance taste without synthetic additives, though its exact composition is not disclosed, raising some quality questions.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: arôme naturel

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Flavoring

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: 3589741

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Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Bonduelle Restauration — Chickpeas 85 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes soaked chickpeas, water, and natural flavoring. The presence of natural flavoring raises minimal concerns, supporting a clean rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product scores 85 / 100 with fewer concerning ingredients. See the Pros and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Bonduelle Restauration — Chickpeas has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Bonduelle Restauration products. 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.
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This product is flagged for: The presence of salt may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.; Potential soy contamination indicates a risk for individuals with soy allergies.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Bonduelle Restauration — Chickpeas has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 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.
Our analysis notes: Chickpeas are a natural source of plant-based protein, contributing positively to the product's quality.; The use of water as a primary ingredient ensures hydration and maintains the texture of the chickpeas.; Natural flavoring enhances taste without synthetic additives, supporting a clean ingredient profile.. See the Pros section above.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: chickpeas, water. See the Ingredients section above.

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