Is Chili Sauce Mild Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Inproba
Chili Sauce Mild is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Inproba. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Potassium Sorbate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative and modified corn starch, raising concerns about processing. The presence of sugar and xanthan gum also indicates a processed product.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative, raising 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 chili peppers (8%), providing a natural flavor component.
- Includes vinegar (acetic acid) for acidity, enhancing preservation.
- Garlic and onion add flavor complexity, contributing to taste.
- Xanthan gum serves as a thickener, improving texture.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative, raising quality concerns.
- Modified corn starch is processed, indicating lower ingredient quality.
- Sugar presence suggests added sweetness, which may not appeal to all.
- Xanthan gum, while common, is a processed thickening agent.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, providing the necessary liquid base for the other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can enhance flavor but raises concerns about excessive sweetness in sauces.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suiker
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Is Chili Peppers safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chili Peppers is used here as flavor. Chili peppers (8%) provide natural heat and flavor, contributing positively to the sauce's overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chilipepers 8%
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Is Paprika safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Paprika is used here as flavor. Paprika adds color and a mild flavor, enhancing the visual appeal and taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: paprika
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used to thicken the sauce, but its processed nature raises concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gemodificeerd maïszetmeel
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, contributing to the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Acetic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Acetic Acid is used here as acidulant. Acetic acid (vinegar) is included for acidity, which helps preserve the sauce and adds tanginess.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: voedingszuur: azijnzuur
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds a distinct flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: knoflook
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion contributes to the flavor complexity, providing a savory note to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ui
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves the texture of the sauce but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: verdikkingsmiddel: xanthaangom
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conserveermiddel: kaliumsorbaat
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: 4201514
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