Is Cracker Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Eurospin
This page reviews Cracker by Eurospin as a snack. Its current score is 75/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes whole grain ingredients like whole corn flour and wheat flour, but also contains sodium bicarbonate and potential allergens like sesame and soy, indicating moderate quality concerns.
Main concern
Sodium bicarbonate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed 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 whole grain ingredients like whole corn flour, which can provide more fiber and nutrients.
- Includes natural antioxidant extracts from rosemary, which may help preserve freshness.
Concerns
- Sodium bicarbonate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed additives.
- Potential allergens such as sesame and soy may pose risks for sensitive individuals.
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 snack and why it matters.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the cracker. Its quality is generally high when whole grain.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farina di FRUMENTO
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Is Puffed Rice safe in this snack?
Good
Puffed Rice is used here as base. Puffed rice adds lightness and crunch to the cracker, contributing to its texture without significant processing concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: riso soffiato
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Is Whole Corn Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Corn Flour is used here as base. Whole corn flour is a nutritious ingredient that adds fiber and flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: farina di mais integrale
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Is Sunflower Seed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Seed Oil is used here as base. Sunflower seed oil is used for texture and moisture but is a refined oil, raising some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: olio di semi di girasole
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour contributes to the texture but is a refined ingredient, which may not provide the same nutritional benefits as whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: farina di riso
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Is Malted Barley Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Malted Barley Flour is used here as base. Malted barley flour adds flavor and aids in fermentation, but its processing level raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: farina di ORZO maltato
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed additives in the product.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: correttore di acidità: carbonati di sodio
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall quality of the cracker.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sale marino
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Is Sourdough Starter safe in this snack?
Good
Sourdough Starter is used here as flavor. Sourdough starter adds depth of flavor and may improve digestibility, indicating a more traditional preparation method.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lievito madre (farina di FRUMENTO, acqua, farina di ORZO maltato)
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Is Brewer S Yeast safe in this snack?
Medium
Brewer S Yeast is used here as leavening agent. Brewer's yeast is used for fermentation, but its processing level may raise some concerns about additives.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: lievito di birra
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Is Rosemary Extracts safe in this snack?
Good
Rosemary Extracts is used here as antioxidant. Rosemary extracts serve as a natural antioxidant, helping to preserve the product without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antiossidante: estratti di rosmarino
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: 4138520
More from this brand: Eurospin products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: sesame , soy
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