Is Christmas Ball Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Daco Bello
Daco Bello's Christmas Ball is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The product contains several dried fruits with preservatives like sulfur dioxide and sodium metabisulfite. These additives raise concerns about synthetic preservatives and potential allergens.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The product contains several dried fruits with preservatives like sulfur dioxide and sodium metabisulfite. These additives raise concerns about synthetic preservatives and potential allergens.
Main concern
Contains multiple preservatives such as sulfur dioxide and sodium metabisulfite, which may raise safety 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
- Includes a variety of dried fruits like apricots and figs, providing natural flavors.
- Dried fruits are a source of fiber and can contribute to a balanced diet.
- Contains no artificial colors or flavors, focusing on natural fruit ingredients.
Concerns
- Contains multiple preservatives such as sulfur dioxide and sodium metabisulfite, which may raise safety concerns.
- Potential allergen traces from peanuts, nuts, and gluten could pose risks for sensitive individuals.
- High sugar content from added sugars in dried fruits may not be suitable for all diets.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Dried Apricots safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Apricots is used here as base. Dried apricots provide natural sweetness and flavor but are treated with sulfur dioxide as a preservative, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: abricots secs dénoyautés (abricots, conservateur: ANHYDRIDE SULFUREUX)
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Is Prunes safe in this snack?
Medium
Prunes is used here as base. Prunes are a good source of fiber and natural sweetness, but they contain preservatives E200 and E202, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: pruneaux d'Agen avec noyau (pruneaux, eau, conservateurs: E200-E202)
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Is Dried Kiwi safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Kiwi is used here as base. Dried kiwi adds unique flavor and nutrients but is sweetened and preserved with sodium metabisulfite, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: kiwi séché (kiwi, sucre, acidifiant E330, conservateur : METABISULFITE DE SODIUM)
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Is Dried Figs safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Figs is used here as base. Dried figs contribute natural sweetness and fiber but are treated with sulfur dioxide, which raises concerns about synthetic preservatives.
Role in formula: base
Original: figues séchées (figues, conservateur : ANHYDRIDE SULFUREUX)
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Is Dried Red Plums safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Red Plums is used here as base. Dried red plums provide flavor and nutrients but are preserved with sulfur dioxide, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: prunes rouges dénoyautées séchées (prunes, conservateur : ANHYDRIDE SULFUREUX)
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Is Dried Pears safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Pears is used here as base. Dried pears add natural sweetness and fiber but are treated with sulfur dioxide, raising concerns about synthetic preservatives.
Role in formula: base
Original: poires séchées (poires, conservateur : ANHYDRIDE SULFUREUX)
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Is Dried Coconut safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Coconut is used here as base. Dried coconut provides flavor and texture but contains added sugar and sodium metabisulfite, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: noix de coco séchée (noix de coco, sucre, conservateur : METABISULFITE DE SODIUM)
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: 3658978
More from this brand: Daco Bello products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut , sesame , soy , gluten , milk , egg
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