Is Dried Apricots Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Eurocompany
Dried Apricots is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Eurocompany. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes dried apricots and shea oil. While apricots are natural, the addition of shea oil raises concerns about processing and quality.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes dried apricots and shea oil. While apricots are natural, the addition of shea oil raises concerns about processing and quality.
Main concern
Shea oil is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.
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 are a natural fruit source, providing some vitamins and minerals.
- No artificial preservatives or colors detected, indicating a more natural product.
Concerns
- Shea oil is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.
- The overall composition lacks diversity, limiting potential nutritional benefits.
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 provide natural sweetness and are a source of vitamins A and C, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: ALBICOCCHE
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Is Shea Butter safe in this food?
Medium
Shea Butter is used here as emulsifier. Shea butter is used for texture and moisture but is a processed ingredient, raising some concerns about its quality and sourcing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: OLIO DI KARITÉ
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: 4134385
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