Is Cracker Salati Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Gran Pavesi
Gran Pavesi's Cracker Salati is reviewed here as a snack. 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 wheat flour and sodium bicarbonate as a leavening agent. However, the presence of soy oil raises concerns about processed fats.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes wheat flour and sodium bicarbonate as a leavening agent. However, the presence of soy oil raises concerns about processed fats.
Main concern
Soy oil is a processed fat that may raise concerns regarding health implications associated with refined oils.
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
- Wheat flour provides a base for texture and structure, contributing positively to the product's quality.
- Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent, helping achieve the desired texture in baked goods.
Concerns
- Soy oil is a processed fat that may raise concerns regarding health implications associated with refined oils.
- Malt extract from barley and corn may indicate some level of processing, which could affect ingredient quality.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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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 crackers. Its quality is generally high.
Role in formula: base
Original: farina di frumento
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Is Soy Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Oil is used here as base. Soy oil is used for moisture and texture but is a refined oil, raising concerns about health implications associated with processed fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: olio di soia
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Is Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Malt extract from barley and corn adds flavor and color but indicates some processing, which may affect ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: estratto di malto d'orzo e mais
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is essential for taste, contributing positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sale
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is used as a leavening agent, helping achieve the desired texture in baked goods, though it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: correttore di acidita: carbonato acido di sodio
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Is Malted Barley Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Malted Barley Flour is used here as base. Malted barley flour contributes to flavor and texture but indicates some level of processing, which may affect quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: farina d'orzo maltato
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: 4136141
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Allergens detected: gluten , soy
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