Is Creamy Peanut Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Target Brands
Creamy Peanut Butter is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Target Brands. 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 Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This peanut butter contains roasted peanuts and sugar, with fully hydrogenated vegetable oil as a stabilizer. The presence of sugar and hydrogenated oils raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweeteners and overall health impact.
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
- Roasted peanuts provide a natural source of flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.
- Contains molasses, which adds a hint of flavor and may enhance the product's taste profile.
Concerns
- Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweeteners and overall health impact.
- Fully hydrogenated vegetable oil is included, which may indicate processing and potential health risks associated with trans fats.
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.
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this food?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts serve as the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and healthy fats. Their presence supports the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Roasted peanuts
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can contribute to higher calorie content and potential health concerns related to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Molasses safe in this food?
Good
Molasses is used here as flavor. Molasses is included in small amounts, adding flavor complexity and some trace nutrients, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: molasses
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Is Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Bad
Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as emulsifier. This oil is used to stabilize the product, but its fully hydrogenated nature raises concerns about unhealthy trans fats and processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: fully hydrogenated vegetable oil (rapeseed, cottonseed, soybean)
Read the full ingredient profile for Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste profile without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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: 3329905
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Allergens detected: peanut
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