Is Chunky Salsa Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Xtra
This page reviews Chunky Salsa by Xtra as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Aroma.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
This salsa contains a mix of natural ingredients like tomatoes and spices, but also includes preservatives and additives like modified starch and E330, which raise quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains modified starch, 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 30% tomatoes, providing a natural base and flavor.
- Includes spices like cumin and chili, enhancing taste with natural ingredients.
- Uses concentrated lemon juice, adding freshness and acidity.
- Tomatoes and spices contribute to a flavorful profile without artificial flavors.
Concerns
- Contains modified starch, a processed thickener that may raise concerns about additives.
- Includes E330 (citric acid), a synthetic acidulant that can indicate processing.
- Preserved with E300 (ascorbic acid), which, while common, suggests a lack of freshness.
- Salt is added, which may not be suitable for those monitoring sodium intake.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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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 salsa, providing moisture and aiding in the blending of flavors.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vann
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Is Tomatoes safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomatoes is used here as base. Tomatoes (30%) are a key ingredient, contributing natural flavor, color, and nutritional value to the salsa.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomater 30% (EU)
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth and sweetness to the salsa, enhancing its overall flavor profile with natural ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løk
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Is Modified Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used as a thickening agent, which can raise concerns about processing and additives in food products.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maisstivelse
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Is Pickled Jalapenos safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Pickled Jalapenos is used here as flavor. Pickled jalapeños (1.8%) provide heat and tanginess, enhancing the salsa's flavor with a natural kick.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: syltede jalapeños 1,8% (jalapeños, vann, salt, konsistensmiddel 171 E 509)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid (E330) is added for acidity and preservation, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: syre (E 330)
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor, but excessive use can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices, including cumin and chili, adds complexity and depth to the salsa's flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydderier/krydder (bl.a. spidskommen/spisskum, Alberts cayennepepper, chili)
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Is Concentrated Lemon Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Concentrated Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Concentrated lemon juice adds acidity and freshness, enhancing the overall flavor of the salsa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: konsentrert sitronsaft
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Lemon Juice
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid (E300) is used as an antioxidant, which can indicate processing and may not be as fresh as natural alternatives.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioksidant (E 300)
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Is Aroma safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. The inclusion of aroma suggests the presence of artificial flavoring, which raises concerns about the product's natural quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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: 4036175
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