Is Chipotle Corn Chowder Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Old El Paso
Chipotle Corn Chowder is a soup broth from Old El Paso. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Modified Food Starch, Sugar, Sodium Phosphate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified food starch and sodium phosphate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and corn protein also indicates a less clean profile.
Main concern
Includes modified food starch, a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
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 natural ingredients like corn and roasted red bell peppers, contributing to flavor and texture.
- Dried chipotle pepper and smoked paprika add depth of flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Concerns
- Includes modified food starch, a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
- Presence of sugar and sodium phosphate indicates a less favorable composition, impacting the overall rating.
Who should avoid this product?
This soup broth may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this soup broth so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Water safe in this soup broth?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for the chowder, providing necessary moisture without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Corn safe in this soup broth?
Good
Corn is used here as base. Corn adds natural sweetness and texture, contributing positively to the overall flavor profile of the chowder.
Role in formula: base
Original: Corn
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Is Potatoes safe in this soup broth?
Good
Potatoes is used here as base. Potatoes provide creaminess and body to the chowder, enhancing its texture and making it more filling.
Role in formula: base
Original: Potatoes
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Is Roasted Red Bell Peppers safe in this soup broth?
Good
Roasted Red Bell Peppers is used here as natural_extract. Roasted red bell peppers contribute a sweet, smoky flavor and vibrant color, enhancing the overall appeal of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Roasted Red Bell Peppers
Read the full ingredient profile for Roasted Red Bell Peppers
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Is Celery safe in this soup broth?
Good
Celery is used here as natural_extract. Celery adds a fresh, crisp flavor and contributes to the overall vegetable profile of the chowder.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Celery
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as emulsifier. Soybean oil is used for texture and mouthfeel but is a refined oil, raising some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soybean Oil
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Is Modified Food Starch safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Modified Food Starch is used here as thickener. Modified food starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality and processing methods.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified Food Starch
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Is Sugar safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredient content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Corn Protein safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Corn Protein is used here as flavor. Corn protein (hydrolyzed) is used for flavor enhancement but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Corn Protein (hydrolyzed)
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Is Onion safe in this soup broth?
Good
Onion is used here as natural_extract. Onion adds a savory flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile of the chowder.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Onion
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Is Salt safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation due to potential health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Soy Protein Concentrate safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Soy Protein Concentrate is used here as emulsifier. Soy protein concentrate adds protein content but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soy Protein Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Soy Protein Concentrate
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Is Cream safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and creaminess to the chowder but is a dairy product that may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cream
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Is Butter safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Butter is used here as base. Butter contributes to the flavor and richness of the chowder but is a dairy product that may raise dietary concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butter
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Is Sodium Phosphate safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Sodium Phosphate is used here as preservative. Sodium phosphate is used as a preservative but raises concerns about synthetic additives and processing.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Sodium Phosphate
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Is Potassium Chloride safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Potassium Chloride is used here as flavor. Potassium chloride is used as a salt substitute but may raise concerns about taste and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Potassium Chloride
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Is Spice safe in this soup broth?
Good
Spice is used here as flavor. Spices enhance the flavor profile of the chowder, contributing to its overall taste without quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Spice
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Is Whey Protein Concentrate safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Whey Protein Concentrate is used here as emulsifier. Whey protein concentrate adds protein but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Whey Protein Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Whey Protein Concentrate
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Is Dried Chipotle Pepper safe in this soup broth?
Good
Dried Chipotle Pepper is used here as natural_extract. Dried chipotle pepper adds a smoky, spicy flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience of the chowder.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Dried Chipotle Pepper
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Is Smoked Paprika safe in this soup broth?
Good
Smoked Paprika is used here as natural_extract. Smoked paprika contributes a rich, smoky flavor and vibrant color, enhancing the overall appeal of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Smoked Paprika
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Is Onion Powder safe in this soup broth?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder adds concentrated onion flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the chowder.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion Powder
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Is Dried Parsley safe in this soup broth?
Good
Dried Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Dried parsley adds a fresh, herbal note, enhancing the overall flavor and visual appeal of the chowder.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Dried Parsley
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Is Corn Starch safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used as a thickening agent but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Corn Starch
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is used for texture and mouthfeel but is a refined oil, raising some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sunflower Oil
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is used to enhance taste but may be derived from various sources, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Flavor
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Is Natural Smoke Flavor safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Natural Smoke Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural smoke flavor adds a smoky taste but may be processed, raising concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Smoke Flavor
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Is Beta Carotene safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Beta Carotene is used here as colorant. Beta carotene is used for color enhancement but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Beta Carotene (color)
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: 3180927
More from this brand: Old El Paso products in Zerotox
Similar products: soup_broth in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , soy
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