Crispy Marshmallow Squares product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Crispy Marshmallow Squares Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Kellogg's

Kellogg's's Crispy Marshmallow Squares is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Corn Syrup, Fructose, Sugar.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes several synthetic additives like BHT and DATEM, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial flavors and gelatin further indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant used for freshness but raises concerns about synthetic additives.

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

  • Toasted rice cereal provides a base that adds texture and some whole grain benefits.
  • Vegetable oil is used for texture, though it includes palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns.

Concerns

  • BHT is a synthetic antioxidant used for freshness but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Artificial flavors and gelatin indicate a highly processed composition, which detracts from overall quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 2437428

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Kellogg's — Crispy Marshmallow Squares a safety score of 45 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Kellogg's — Crispy Marshmallow Squares 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.
Kellogg's — Crispy Marshmallow Squares 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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: salt. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Browse Kellogg's products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
The composition includes several synthetic additives like BHT and DATEM, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial flavors and gelatin further indicates a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Toasted rice cereal provides a base that adds texture and some whole grain benefits.; Vegetable oil is used for texture, though it includes palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns.. See the Pros section above.
Kellogg's — Crispy Marshmallow Squares has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Kellogg's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Main concerns for this product: BHT is a synthetic antioxidant used for freshness but raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Artificial flavors and gelatin indicate a highly processed composition, which detracts from overall quality.. See the full list above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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