Cream Cheese 70% Fat In Dry Matter product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Cream Cheese 70% Fat In Dry Matter Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Bayern Land

This page reviews Cream Cheese 70% Fat In Dry Matter by Bayern Land as a dairy. 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: E202.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk and salt, which are acceptable. However, the presence of preservatives like E202 and thickener E412 raises quality concerns, indicating a processed product.

Main concern

E202 (potassium sorbate) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.

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 pasteurized cow's milk, a good source of calcium and protein.
  • Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation.
  • Lactic acid culture contributes to flavor and texture.
  • Microbial rennet is a natural enzyme used in cheese production.

Concerns

  • E202 (potassium sorbate) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
  • E412 (guar gum) is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in sensitive individuals.
  • High fat content may not be suitable for all dietary preferences.
  • Presence of additives indicates a processed product, lowering overall quality.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dairy and why it matters.

  • Is Pasteurized Cow S Milk safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Pasteurized Cow S Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized cow's milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. Its pasteurization ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Pasteurised cows milk

    Read the full ingredient profile for Pasteurized Cow S Milk

  • Is Salt safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement and acts as a preservative, helping to maintain the product's shelf life without significant health concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: salt

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Lactic Acid Culture safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Lactic Acid Culture is used here as natural_extract. Lactic acid culture is used to ferment the milk, contributing to the cheese's flavor and texture while promoting beneficial bacteria.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: lactid acid culture

    Read the full ingredient profile for Lactic Acid Culture

  • Is Microbial Rennet safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Microbial Rennet is used here as enzyme. Microbial rennet is a natural enzyme used in cheese-making, aiding in curd formation without the use of animal-derived rennet, making it suitable for vegetarians.

    Role in formula: enzyme

    Original: (microbial)rennet

    Read the full ingredient profile for Microbial Rennet

  • Is E412 safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    E412 is used here as thickener. E412 (guar gum) is a thickening agent that improves texture but may cause digestive discomfort in some individuals, raising moderate concerns.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: thickened:E412

    Read the full ingredient profile for E412

  • Is E202 safe in this dairy?

    Bad

    E202 is used here as preservative. E202 (potassium sorbate) is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit mold and yeast growth. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about long-term health effects.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: preservatives: E202

    Read the full ingredient profile for E202

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: 3807341

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Bayern Land — Cream Cheese 70% Fat In Dry Matter has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk and salt, which are acceptable. However, the presence of preservatives like E202 and thickener E412 raises quality concerns, indicating a processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains pasteurized cow's milk, a good source of calcium and protein.; Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation.; Lactic acid culture contributes to flavor and texture.. See the Pros section above.
Bayern Land — Cream Cheese 70% Fat In Dry Matter has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Bayern Land products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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