Is Dried Tomatoes with Herb Marinade 160 g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Oluf Lorentzen
Oluf Lorentzen's Dried Tomatoes with Herb Marinade 160 g is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sodium Benzoate E211, Sorbic Acid E200.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This product contains sodium benzoate (E211) as a synthetic preservative and sorbic acid (E200), raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of multiple oils and spices indicates a processed composition.
Main concern
Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
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 a variety of herbs like basil and oregano, which can enhance flavor naturally.
- Includes olive oil, known for its beneficial properties and flavor enhancement.
- Tomatoes provide a rich source of flavor and are a key ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine.
- The use of apple cider vinegar adds a tangy flavor and can contribute to the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
- Sorbic acid (E200) is another synthetic preservative, indicating a processed composition.
- The presence of multiple oils may suggest a higher level of processing, which can affect quality.
- Black pepper extract is included, which may not be necessary and adds to the complexity of the ingredient list.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil serves as a base for the marinade, providing a neutral flavor. However, it is a refined oil, which raises some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsolje
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Is Tomato safe in this food?
Good
Tomato is used here as base. Tomato is a key ingredient, contributing flavor and color. It is a natural ingredient with beneficial properties.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomat
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is used as a solvent in the marinade, essential for the overall consistency and texture of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Herbs Basil Parsley Oregano Thyme Rosemary Tarragon Chives Sage safe in this food?
Good
Herbs Basil Parsley Oregano Thyme Rosemary Tarragon Chives Sage is used here as natural_extract. A blend of herbs adds natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: urtekrydder (basilikum, persille, oregano, timian, rosmarin, estragon, gressløk, salvie)
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic is a natural flavor enhancer, contributing to the savory profile of the marinade.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hvitløk
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive use can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Olive Oil is used here as base. Olive oil is a high-quality fat that adds flavor and has beneficial properties, supporting the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: olivenolje
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Is Apple Cider Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Apple Cider Vinegar is used here as flavor. Apple cider vinegar adds acidity and flavor complexity, enhancing the overall taste of the marinade.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: eplecidereddik
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Is White Wine safe in this food?
Medium
White Wine is used here as flavor. White wine contributes to the flavor profile but may raise concerns for those avoiding alcohol.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hvitvin
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Is Shallot safe in this food?
Good
Shallot is used here as flavor. Shallots provide a mild onion flavor, enhancing the overall taste without overpowering other ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sjalottløk
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Is Spices White Pepper Black Pepper Cayenne Pepper safe in this food?
Medium
Spices White Pepper Black Pepper Cayenne Pepper is used here as flavor. A mix of spices adds complexity to the flavor but may not be necessary for all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydder (hvit pepper, svart peppar, kajennepepper)
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion is a common flavoring agent that enhances the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løk
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Is Black Pepper Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Black Pepper Extract is used here as flavor. Black pepper extract is used for flavor enhancement but may be considered unnecessary by some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: svartpepperekstrakt
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Is Ascorbic Acid E300 safe in this food?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid E300 is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid is used as an antioxidant to maintain freshness, but it is a synthetic ingredient.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioksidant: askorbinsyre E300
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Is Sodium Benzoate E211 safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate E211 is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about its safety and potential health effects.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmidde: natriumbenzoat E211
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Is Sorbic Acid E200 safe in this food?
Bad
Sorbic Acid E200 is used here as preservative. Sorbic acid is another synthetic preservative that may raise quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sorbinsyre E200
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: 4061460
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