Chunky Peanut Butter product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Chunky Peanut Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Skippy

Chunky Peanut Butter is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Skippy. 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 Sugar affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This peanut butter contains roasted peanuts and peanut oil as primary ingredients, but also includes sugar and vegetable oils, raising concerns about added sugars and processed oils.

Main concern

Sugar is added, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and potential health implications.

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

  • Roasted peanuts provide a natural source of flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.
  • Peanut oil is a common ingredient that helps maintain the spreadability of the product.

Concerns

  • Sugar is added, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and potential health implications.
  • Vegetable oils, including rapeseed and cottonseed, are processed and may not offer the same quality as natural fats.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

  • Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this food?

    Good

    Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts serve as the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and texture. They are minimally processed and contribute positively to the product's quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: ROASTED _PEANUTS_

    Read the full ingredient profile for Roasted Peanuts

  • Is Peanut Oil safe in this food?

    Medium

    Peanut Oil is used here as base. Peanut oil is used for its ability to enhance spreadability. While it is derived from peanuts, it is a processed oil that may raise concerns about quality compared to whole food sources.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: PEANUT OIL

    Read the full ingredient profile for Peanut Oil

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added to enhance sweetness, which raises concerns about unnecessary sugar intake and its implications for health.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: SUGAR

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Vegetable Oil safe in this food?

    Medium

    Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil, a blend of rapeseed, cottonseed, and soybean oils, is included for texture. These oils are processed and may not provide the same health benefits as less processed fats.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: VEGETABLE OIL (RAPESEED, COTTONSEED, _SOYA_ BEAN)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Vegetable Oil

  • Is Salt safe in this food?

    Good

    Salt is used here as base. Salt is added for flavor enhancement. In moderation, it can improve taste without significant health concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: SALT

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

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: 4041261

More from this brand: Skippy products in Zerotox

Similar products: food in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: peanut

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Skippy — Chunky Peanut Butter 60 / 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.
Browse Skippy products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Skippy — Chunky Peanut Butter 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.
Skippy — Chunky Peanut Butter has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: roasted peanuts, salt. See the Ingredients section 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: Roasted peanuts provide a natural source of flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.; Peanut oil is a common ingredient that helps maintain the spreadability of the product.. See the Pros section above.
Skippy — Chunky Peanut Butter has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Skippy products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sugar is added, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and potential health implications.; Vegetable oils, including rapeseed and cottonseed, are processed and may not offer the same quality as natural fats.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This peanut butter contains roasted peanuts and peanut oil as primary ingredients, but also includes sugar and vegetable oils, raising concerns about added sugars and processed oils. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Skippy — Chunky Peanut Butter has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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