Is Cod Fillets Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Picard
This page reviews Cod Fillets by Picard as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes MSC certified cod (Gadus morhua) as the main ingredient, but the presence of wheat gluten and vegetable oils raises quality concerns. The product is processed and may contain allergens.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes MSC certified cod (Gadus morhua) as the main ingredient, but the presence of wheat gluten and vegetable oils raises quality concerns. The product is processed and may contain allergens.
Main concern
Includes wheat gluten, which may pose issues for gluten-sensitive individuals.
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
- Cod is MSC certified, indicating sustainable fishing practices.
- Contains a high percentage of fish (65%), providing a good source of seafood.
Concerns
- Includes wheat gluten, which may pose issues for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Vegetable oils are present, which can be processed and raise quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Cod Fillet safe in this food?
Good
Cod Fillet is used here as base. Cod fillet is the primary ingredient, providing a high-quality source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Its MSC certification indicates sustainable sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Queue de filet de cabillaud MSC
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is used as a binding agent, but it contains gluten, which can be problematic for those with gluten intolerance. Its presence indicates some processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de BLÉ
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils (canola, sunflower) are included for texture and moisture. However, their processing raises concerns about quality and health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: huiles végétales (colza, tournesol)
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as flavor. Yeast is used for leavening and flavor enhancement. It is a natural ingredient that contributes to the product's texture.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: levure
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavoring and preservation. It is a common ingredient in seafood products, enhancing taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten is added for texture and binding. While it improves product consistency, it poses risks for gluten-sensitive consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: GLUTEN de BLÉ
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: 3363154
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Allergens detected: gluten , egg , soy , milk , celery , mollusks
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