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Is Chili Mac Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Campbell's

This page reviews Chili Mac by Campbell's as a ready meal. 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: Modified Cornstarch, Sugar, Maltodextrin.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

Chili Mac contains a mix of ingredients including seasoned beef and pork crumble, enriched macaroni, and various vegetables. However, the presence of additives like modified cornstarch and caramel color raises quality concerns.

Main concern

Modified cornstarch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about additives.

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 kidney beans and diced tomatoes, providing some natural ingredients.
  • Enriched macaroni adds vitamins and minerals, enhancing nutritional value.
  • Includes vegetables like red peppers and carrots, contributing to overall composition.
  • Seasoned beef and pork provide protein, adding to the meal's heartiness.

Concerns

  • Modified cornstarch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about additives.
  • Caramel color is an artificial colorant that indicates a level of processing.
  • Presence of sugar and salt may contribute to less desirable dietary aspects.
  • Maltodextrin is a processed ingredient that can raise quality concerns.

Who should avoid this product?

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

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid sulfates
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this ready meal 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: 3230181

More from this brand: Campbell's products in Zerotox

Similar products: ready_meal in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy , wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Campbell's — Chili Mac has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Campbell's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, tomato puree, beef. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Campbell's — Chili Mac 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.
We detected: soy, wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Modified cornstarch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about additives.; Caramel color is an artificial colorant that indicates a level of processing.; Presence of sugar and salt may contribute to less desirable dietary aspects.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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.
Our analysis notes: Contains kidney beans and diced tomatoes, providing some natural ingredients.; Enriched macaroni adds vitamins and minerals, enhancing nutritional value.; Includes vegetables like red peppers and carrots, contributing to overall composition.. See the Pros section above.
Chili Mac contains a mix of ingredients including seasoned beef and pork crumble, enriched macaroni, and various vegetables. However, the presence of additives like modified cornstarch and caramel color raises quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Campbell's — Chili Mac has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among ready meal products. See the full breakdown above.

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