Is Classic Blue Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bergader
Bergader's Classic Blue is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk, salt, dairy cultures, microbial coagulant, and edible molds. While the dairy ingredients are standard, the presence of microbial coagulant raises some concerns about processing methods.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk, salt, dairy cultures, microbial coagulant, and edible molds. While the dairy ingredients are standard, the presence of microbial coagulant raises some concerns about processing methods.
Main concern
Microbial coagulant indicates a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.
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 pasteurized cow's milk, a common base for cheese, ensuring safety and quality.
- Dairy cultures contribute to flavor development and texture, enhancing the cheese's characteristics.
Concerns
- Microbial coagulant indicates a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.
- The use of edible molds can raise concerns for those sensitive to mold-related allergens.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dairy, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Pasteurized Cow S Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Cow S Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized cow's milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing a safe and nutritious base for cheese production.
Role in formula: base
Original: _LEITE_ gordo de vaca pasteurizado
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation in cheese, contributing to its overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Dairy Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Dairy Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Dairy cultures are crucial for fermentation, impacting flavor and texture positively in cheese production.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermentos _LÁCTEOS_
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Is Microbial Coagulant safe in this dairy?
Medium
Microbial Coagulant is used here as emulsifier. Microbial coagulant is used for curd formation, but its synthetic nature may raise concerns about processing methods.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: coagulante microbiano
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Is Edible Molds safe in this dairy?
Medium
Edible Molds is used here as flavor. Edible molds contribute to the cheese's unique flavor and texture, though they may be problematic for mold-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: bolores comestíveis
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: 3571570
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Allergens detected: milk
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