Is Dried Apricots Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Euro Company
Dried Apricots is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Euro 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 Sulfur Dioxide affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes dried apricots and shea oil, with sulfur dioxide as a preservative. The presence of synthetic preservatives raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Sulfur dioxide is a synthetic preservative that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
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
- Dried apricots provide natural sweetness and are a source of vitamins.
- Shea oil is a natural fat that can enhance texture and moisture retention.
Concerns
- Sulfur dioxide is a synthetic preservative that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
- The presence of allergens like peanuts and tree nuts raises safety concerns for those with allergies.
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 Apricots safe in this food?
Good
Apricots is used here as base. Dried apricots are a natural fruit source providing vitamins and minerals, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Caise
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Is Shea Oil safe in this food?
Good
Shea Oil is used here as base. Shea oil is a natural fat that enhances the texture and moisture of the product, indicating a quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: ulei de shea
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Is Sulfur Dioxide safe in this food?
Bad
Sulfur Dioxide is used here as preservative. Sulfur dioxide is a synthetic preservative used to prevent spoilage, but it raises concerns due to potential allergic reactions.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: dioxid de sulf
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: 4134406
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Allergens detected: peanut , tree nut
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