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Is Cola Safe? Ingredient Analysis

S-Budget

Cola is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for S-Budget. The product scores 30/100 in Zerotox, meaning it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Ammonium Sulfite Caramel, Phosphoric Acid, Acesulfame K affect the overall evaluation.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic sweeteners like acesulfame K and sucralose, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colorants and phosphoric acid further indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

Acesulfame K and sucralose are artificial sweeteners that may raise health 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

  • Contains carbonated water, which is a common base for soft drinks.
  • Includes sodium citrate, which acts as a pH regulator.

Concerns

  • Acesulfame K and sucralose are artificial sweeteners that may raise health concerns.
  • Phosphoric acid is a synthetic acidulant that can contribute to dental erosion.

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 soft drink.

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: 4246888

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
S-Budget — Cola has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 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.
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S-Budget — Cola has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Acesulfame K and sucralose are artificial sweeteners that may raise health concerns.; Phosphoric acid is a synthetic acidulant that can contribute to dental erosion.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, carbonic acid. See the Ingredients section above.
Main concerns for this product: Acesulfame K and sucralose are artificial sweeteners that may raise health concerns.; Phosphoric acid is a synthetic acidulant that can contribute to dental erosion.. See the full list above.
Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
The composition includes several synthetic sweeteners like acesulfame K and sucralose, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colorants and phosphoric acid further indicates a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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