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Is Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Clif Bar and Company

Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Clif Bar and Company. 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 Palm Kernel Oil affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The protein bar contains soy protein isolate and cane syrup, indicating a mix of processed and natural ingredients. Concerns arise from palm kernel oil and cane sugar, which are less favorable in terms of health impact.

Main concern

Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about health impacts.

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 soy protein isolate, providing a source of plant-based protein.
  • Includes mixed tocopherols, which serve as a natural antioxidant.
  • Peanuts contribute healthy fats and protein, enhancing nutritional value.

Concerns

  • Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about health impacts.
  • Cane sugar and cane syrup are refined sugars, which can contribute to health issues.
  • Natural flavors may contain undisclosed synthetic components, raising quality concerns.

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 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: 3411403

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Allergens detected: peanuts , soy

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Clif Bar and Company — Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar 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.
Clif Bar and Company — Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Clif Bar and Company products. 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.
Clif Bar and Company — Crunchy Peanut Butter Protein Bar has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
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We detected: peanuts, soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The protein bar contains soy protein isolate and cane syrup, indicating a mix of processed and natural ingredients. Concerns arise from palm kernel oil and cane sugar, which are less favorable in terms of health impact. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Our analysis notes: Contains soy protein isolate, providing a source of plant-based protein.; Includes mixed tocopherols, which serve as a natural antioxidant.; Peanuts contribute healthy fats and protein, enhancing nutritional value.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: soy flour, chicory fiber syrup, peanuts. See the Ingredients section above.

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