Creamy Peanut Butter product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Creamy Peanut Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Great Value

Creamy Peanut Butter is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Great Value. 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 Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This creamy peanut butter contains peanuts and sugar, along with hydrogenated vegetable oils and mono- and diglycerides. The presence of hydrogenated oils raises concerns about processing and potential trans fats.

Main concern

Hydrogenated vegetable oils are processed fats that may contain trans fats, raising health 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

  • Peanuts provide a natural source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall composition.
  • Molasses adds a hint of flavor and contains trace minerals, enhancing the product's complexity.

Concerns

  • Hydrogenated vegetable oils are processed fats that may contain trans fats, raising health concerns.
  • The inclusion of sugar and dextrose indicates added sweetness, which may not be desirable for all consumers.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

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

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: 3704108

More from this brand: Great Value products in Zerotox

Similar products: food in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: peanut

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Great Value — Creamy Peanut Butter 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: peanuts, salt, molasses. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Hydrogenated vegetable oils are processed fats that may contain trans fats, raising health concerns.; The inclusion of sugar and dextrose indicates added sweetness, which may not be desirable for all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We detected: peanut. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Great Value — Creamy Peanut Butter has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Peanuts provide a natural source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall composition.; Molasses adds a hint of flavor and contains trace minerals, enhancing the product's complexity.. See the Pros section above.
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.
Browse Great Value products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
This creamy peanut butter contains peanuts and sugar, along with hydrogenated vegetable oils and mono- and diglycerides. The presence of hydrogenated oils raises concerns about processing and potential trans fats. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Great Value — Creamy Peanut Butter has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

Safer alternatives from Great Value

Higher-scoring products from the same brand that may be worth comparing: