Cola Zero Sugar product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Cola Zero Sugar Safe? Ingredient Analysis

First-Choice

First-Choice's Cola Zero Sugar is reviewed here as a soft drink. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Aspartame, Acesulfame Potassium, Sodium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This soft drink contains synthetic additives like sodium benzoate (E211) as a preservative and artificial sweeteners (E951, E950). These raise concerns about processed ingredients and potential health implications.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its processed nature.

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, a basic ingredient that provides refreshment without additives.
  • Natural flavoring is included, which can enhance taste without synthetic alternatives.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its processed nature.
  • Artificial sweeteners (E951, E950) may pose health concerns and are often viewed negatively in terms of natural composition.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 4202747

More from this brand: First-Choice products in Zerotox

Similar products: soft_drink in Zerotox database

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its processed nature.; Artificial sweeteners (E951, E950) may pose health concerns and are often viewed negatively in terms of natural composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
First-Choice — Cola Zero Sugar 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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: carbonated water, natural flavor. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains carbonated water, a basic ingredient that provides refreshment without additives.; Natural flavoring is included, which can enhance taste without synthetic alternatives.. See the Pros section above.
Browse soft drink products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis.
Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
This soft drink contains synthetic additives like sodium benzoate (E211) as a preservative and artificial sweeteners (E951, E950). These raise concerns about processed ingredients and potential health implications. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
First-Choice — Cola Zero Sugar has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More First-Choice products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

More from First-Choice

If you want nearby alternatives from the same brand, start with these pages: