Is Dry Roasted Peanuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fairway Operating Corp
Dry Roasted Peanuts is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Fairway Operating Corp. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes dry roasted peanuts and a seasoning blend containing monosodium glutamate and sugar, which raises quality concerns due to synthetic additives and processing.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes dry roasted peanuts and a seasoning blend containing monosodium glutamate and sugar, which raises quality concerns due to synthetic additives and processing.
Main concern
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer that may raise concerns for those sensitive to 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
- Peanuts are a natural source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- The use of canola oil provides a source of fat that is lower in saturated fat compared to other oils.
Concerns
- Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer that may raise concerns for those sensitive to additives.
- The presence of sugar in the seasoning indicates a level of processing that detracts from the overall quality.
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.
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts are the primary ingredient, providing a natural source of protein and healthy fats, supporting overall nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Peanuts
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Is Dry Roasting Seasoning safe in this snack?
Medium
Dry Roasting Seasoning is used here as flavor. This seasoning blend includes several processed ingredients like monosodium glutamate and sugar, which raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dry roasting seasoning (salt, corn starch, maltodextrin, monosodium glutamate, sugar, autolyzed yeast extract, corn syrup solids, spices, hydrolyzed soy protein, natural smoke flavor, silicon dioxide, (contains barley))
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is used for roasting, providing a source of fat that is lower in saturated fat but is still a processed oil.
Role in formula: base
Original: canola oil
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: 3427648
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Allergens detected: peanut
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