Is Creamy Caesar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Kraft
Creamy Caesar is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Kraft. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sorbic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Caramel affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes preservatives like sorbic acid and calcium disodium EDTA, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of sugars and modified corn starch also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Sorbic acid is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term consumption.
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 Parmesan cheese, which adds flavor and a source of calcium.
- Includes natural seasonings and garlic, enhancing taste without artificial flavors.
Concerns
- Sorbic acid is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term consumption.
- Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may not be well-received by all consumers.
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 sauce condiment.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this dressing, ensuring a smooth consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil provides a creamy texture but may be refined, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vegetable oil
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence indicates a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugars (sugar/glucose-fructose)
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Is Molasses safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses adds a rich flavor and some trace minerals, contributing positively to the overall profile.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: molasses
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Is Parmesan Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Parmesan Cheese is used here as flavor. Parmesan cheese enhances flavor and provides a source of calcium, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Parmesan cheese (milk)
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Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Vinegar is used here as flavor. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the dressing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vinegar
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Is Liquid Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Liquid Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Liquid yolk acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients but raises concerns due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Liquid yolk (egg)
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Seasonings safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Seasonings is used here as flavor. Seasonings add flavor complexity but may include processed components that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Seasonings
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickener, which may not be well-received by all consumers due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified com starch
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds natural flavor and potential health benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the dressing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used for acidity and preservation, but its synthetic nature raises some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Lactic acid
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Is Sorbic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sorbic Acid is used here as preservative. Sorbic acid is a synthetic preservative that prevents spoilage but raises concerns about long-term consumption.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Sorbic acid
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps stabilize the dressing but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan gum
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Is Polysorbate 60 safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Polysorbate 60 is used here as emulsifier. Polysorbate 60 is a synthetic emulsifier that raises concerns about its long-term health effects.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Polysorbate 60
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract adds umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Yeast extract
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Is Caramel safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Caramel is used here as colorant. Caramel is an artificial colorant that may raise concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Caramel
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Is Calcium Disodium Edta safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Calcium Disodium Edta is used here as preservative. Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about its safety and long-term effects.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Calcium disodium EDTA
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Is Paprika Oleoresin safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Paprika Oleoresin is used here as colorant. Paprika oleoresin is a natural colorant that enhances the product's appearance without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Paprika oleoresin
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Is Turmeric Oleoresin safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Turmeric Oleoresin is used here as colorant. Turmeric oleoresin is a natural colorant that adds color and potential health benefits to the dressing.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Turmeric oleoresin
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: 3251884
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Allergens detected: egg , milk
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