Is Crazy Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Red-Band
This page reviews Crazy Mix by Red-Band as a dessert. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Gelatin, Ammonia Salt, Natural Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes gelatin and various colorants like paprika extract and curcumin, which are natural but raise concerns about processing. The presence of artificial colors and flavors indicates a processed product with mixed quality.
Main concern
Includes gelatin, which is animal-derived, raising concerns for vegetarians and vegans.
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 natural colorants like paprika extract and curcumin, which are derived from plants and generally considered safer than synthetic alternatives.
- Incorporates vegetable oils such as coconut and rapeseed, which can provide some beneficial fatty acids compared to less healthy fats.
Concerns
- Includes gelatin, which is animal-derived, raising concerns for vegetarians and vegans.
- The presence of artificial flavors and multiple colorants suggests a highly processed product, which may not align with clean eating principles.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dessert and why it matters.
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Is Gelatin safe in this dessert?
Bad
Gelatin is used here as base. Gelatin is a protein derived from animal collagen, used as a gelling agent in this product. Its animal origin raises concerns for vegetarians and vegans.
Role in formula: base
Original: gelatin
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used to provide acidity and enhance flavor. While it is naturally occurring, its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: lactic acid
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a common acidulant that enhances flavor and acts as a preservative. It is derived from citrus fruits but is often produced synthetically.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Licorice Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Licorice Extract is used here as natural_extract. Licorice extract adds flavor and sweetness. It is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: licorice extract
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Is Caramelized Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramelized Sugar is used here as flavor. Caramelized sugar is used for flavor and color. While it is a natural ingredient, it is still a form of processed sugar.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: caramelized sugar
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Is Ammonia Salt safe in this dessert?
Bad
Ammonia Salt is used here as flavor. Ammonia salt is used as a flavor enhancer. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about quality and safety.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ammonia salt
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Good
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is a natural fat that can provide some health benefits, including medium-chain fatty acids, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: coconut oil
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common vegetable oil that can be refined. Its quality can vary based on processing methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: rapeseed oil
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Bad
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are often derived from various sources but can be highly processed, raising concerns about transparency and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Spirulina Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Spirulina Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Spirulina concentrate is a natural blue-green algae used for color and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: concentrate of spirulina
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Is Safflower safe in this dessert?
Good
Safflower is used here as natural_extract. Safflower is used for color and flavor. It is a natural ingredient that adds to the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: safflower
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Is Black Carrot safe in this dessert?
Good
Black Carrot is used here as natural_extract. Black carrot is used for its natural color and flavor. It is a beneficial ingredient that enhances the product's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: black carrot
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Is Carrot safe in this dessert?
Good
Carrot is used here as natural_extract. Carrot is a natural source of color and flavor, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: carrot
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Is Blackcurrant safe in this dessert?
Good
Blackcurrant is used here as natural_extract. Blackcurrant is used for its flavor and color. It is a natural ingredient that enhances the product's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: blackcurrant
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Is Beeswax safe in this dessert?
Medium
Beeswax is used here as glazing agent. Beeswax is used as a glazing agent. While natural, it raises concerns for vegans and may not align with all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: glazing agent
Original: glazing agent (beeswax)
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is a natural colorant derived from peppers, contributing positively to the product's color without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colors (paprika extract)
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Is Curcumin safe in this dessert?
Good
Curcumin is used here as colorant. Curcumin is a natural colorant derived from turmeric, known for its vibrant color and potential health benefits, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: curcumin
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: 4210088
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