Crispy Bacon Chips product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Crispy Bacon Chips Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Smiths

Crispy Bacon Chips is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Smiths. The product scores 45/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Maltodextrin, Lactose, Milk affect the overall evaluation.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives, including flavor enhancers (E621, E627, E631) and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk and soy also indicates potential allergen risks.

Main concern

Includes multiple flavor enhancers (E621, E627, E631) that are synthetic and raise 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 natural antioxidants like tocopherols and rosemary extract, which may help preserve freshness.
  • Natural color from caramel provides a more appealing appearance without synthetic dyes.

Concerns

  • Includes multiple flavor enhancers (E621, E627, E631) that are synthetic and raise safety concerns.
  • Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may not be favorable for 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 snack.

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: 4253106

More from this brand: Smiths products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , soy

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains natural antioxidants like tocopherols and rosemary extract, which may help preserve freshness.; Natural color from caramel provides a more appealing appearance without synthetic dyes.. See the Pros section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Smiths — Crispy Bacon Chips has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Smiths products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Includes multiple flavor enhancers (E621, E627, E631) that are synthetic and raise safety concerns.; Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may not be favorable for all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Smiths — Crispy Bacon Chips has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 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.
We detected: milk, soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: potatoes, natural color, citric acid. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Smiths — Crispy Bacon Chips has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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