Is Crackers Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bumble Bee
Bumble Bee's Crackers is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Glucono Delta Lactone, Corn Syrup.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives such as sugar and corn syrup, which raise quality concerns. The presence of multiple processed oils and preservatives further indicates a highly processed composition.
Main concern
Presence of sugar and corn syrup indicates high levels of processed ingredients, lowering the overall quality.
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 light tuna, a source of protein, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Includes vegetable broth and celery, which add some natural flavor and moisture.
Concerns
- Presence of sugar and corn syrup indicates high levels of processed ingredients, lowering the overall quality.
- Multiple oils like soybean and canola oil raise concerns about the use of refined and processed fats.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Light Tuna safe in this snack?
Good
Light Tuna is used here as base. Light tuna is a source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, contributing positively to the nutritional profile of this product.
Role in formula: base
Original: light tuna
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent and moisture component, essential for the texture and consistency of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Vegetable Broth safe in this snack?
Good
Vegetable Broth is used here as flavor. Vegetable broth adds flavor and moisture, enhancing the overall taste profile without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vegetable broth
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but excessive consumption can raise health concerns, particularly for sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Mayonnaise safe in this snack?
Medium
Mayonnaise is used here as emulsifier. Mayonnaise acts as an emulsifier, providing creaminess but contains oils and preservatives that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: mayonnaise
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as fat. Soybean oil is a refined oil that serves as a fat source but raises concerns due to its processing and potential for GMOs.
Role in formula: fat
Original: soybean oil
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Is Eggs safe in this snack?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs provide protein and contribute to the texture and richness of the product, enhancing its overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: eggs
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Is Egg Yolks safe in this snack?
Good
Egg Yolks is used here as base. Egg yolks add richness and flavor, contributing positively to the product's texture and nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: egg yolks
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this snack?
Medium
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar is used for flavor enhancement and preservation but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: distilled vinegar
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Is Celery safe in this snack?
Good
Celery is used here as flavor. Celery adds natural flavor and moisture, contributing positively to the overall composition without significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: celery
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Is Textured Soy Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Textured Soy Flour is used here as base. Textured soy flour is a processed ingredient that provides protein but raises concerns about processing and potential allergens.
Role in formula: base
Original: textured soy flour
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that contributes to the product's sweetness but raises significant health concerns due to its high processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Carrots safe in this snack?
Good
Carrots is used here as natural_extract. Carrots provide natural sweetness and color, enhancing the product's nutritional profile without significant concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: carrots
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Is Glucono Delta Lactone safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucono Delta Lactone is used here as preservative. Glucono delta lactone is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: glucono delta lactone
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Is Onion safe in this snack?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the overall taste profile without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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Is Enriched Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Flour is used here as base. Enriched flour is a processed ingredient that provides structure but raises concerns due to its refinement and potential additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched flour
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but is refined, raising concerns about its nutritional quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat flour
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Is Niacin safe in this snack?
Good
Niacin is used here as nutrient. Niacin is a B-vitamin that supports metabolism and overall health, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: niacin
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Is Reduced Iron safe in this snack?
Good
Reduced Iron is used here as nutrient. Reduced iron is an essential mineral that supports health, contributing positively to the product's nutritional value.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: reduced iron
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Is Thiamine Mononitrate safe in this snack?
Good
Thiamine Mononitrate is used here as nutrient. Thiamine mononitrate is a B-vitamin that supports energy metabolism, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: thiamine mononitrate
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Is Riboflavin safe in this snack?
Good
Riboflavin is used here as nutrient. Riboflavin is a B-vitamin that plays a role in energy production, contributing positively to the product's nutritional value.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: riboflavin
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Is Folic Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Folic Acid is used here as nutrient. Folic acid is a B-vitamin essential for cell division and overall health, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: folic acid
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as fat. Canola oil is a refined oil that serves as a fat source but raises concerns due to its processing and potential for GMOs.
Role in formula: fat
Original: canola oil
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as fat. Sunflower oil is a refined oil that provides fat but raises concerns about its processing and potential health implications.
Role in formula: fat
Original: sunflower oil
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Is Corn Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener that raises significant health concerns due to its high sugar content and processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: corn syrup
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Is Baking Soda safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Soda is used here as leavening_agent. Baking soda is used as a leavening agent but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its use in food products.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: baking soda
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Is Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Butter is used here as fat. Butter adds richness and flavor but is a saturated fat that raises concerns about heart health when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: fat
Original: butter
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Is Cream safe in this snack?
Medium
Cream is used here as fat. Cream provides richness and flavor but is high in saturated fat, raising concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: fat
Original: cream
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is used to enhance taste but is often a vague term that raises concerns about its specific composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about GMOs.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin
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Is Monocalcium Phosphate safe in this snack?
Medium
Monocalcium Phosphate is used here as leavening_agent. Monocalcium phosphate is a leavening agent that helps with texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: monocalcium phosphate
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: 3336235
More from this brand: Bumble Bee products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: soy , egg , wheat
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