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Is Cream Cheese Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Philadelphia

Cream Cheese is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Philadelphia. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Calcium Chloride affect the overall evaluation.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

The composition includes pasteurized whole milk and cream, which are good sources of dairy. However, the presence of stabilizers like guar gum and carob bean gum raises concerns about processing.

Main concern

Stabilizers like guar gum and carob bean gum indicate processing.

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 whole milk, providing a good source of dairy.
  • Includes cream, which contributes to a rich texture and flavor.
  • Dairy cultures are present, which can enhance flavor and texture.
  • Proteolytic enzymes aid in texture improvement.

Concerns

  • Stabilizers like guar gum and carob bean gum indicate processing.
  • Calcium chloride is a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.
  • Contains salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.
  • The presence of skim milk may indicate lower fat content.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.

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: 4091612

More from this brand: Philadelphia products in Zerotox

Similar products: dairy in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains pasteurized whole milk, providing a good source of dairy.; Includes cream, which contributes to a rich texture and flavor.; Dairy cultures are present, which can enhance flavor and texture.. See the Pros section above.
Philadelphia — Cream Cheese has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Philadelphia products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Philadelphia — Cream Cheese has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes pasteurized whole milk and cream, which are good sources of dairy. However, the presence of stabilizers like guar gum and carob bean gum raises concerns about processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Stabilizers like guar gum and carob bean gum indicate processing.; Calcium chloride is a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.; Contains salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Philadelphia — Cream Cheese has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.

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