Is Duo Winegums Sweet - Fresh Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Red Band
Duo Winegums Sweet - Fresh is a dessert from Red Band. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Gelatin.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes glucose syrup and gelatin, which are processed ingredients. The presence of artificial colors and flavors raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
High sugar content from glucose syrup and sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 natural colorants like spirulina and carrot extract, which are better alternatives to synthetic dyes.
- Includes plant-based oils, contributing to a more diverse ingredient profile.
Concerns
- High sugar content from glucose syrup and sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Gelatin, derived from animal sources, may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener used for texture and sweetness in this product. Its high sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Suc de glucose
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Is Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickening agent to provide the desired chewy texture in winegums. It is a common ingredient in confectionery.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon
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Is Gelatin safe in this dessert?
Bad
Gelatin is used here as base. Gelatin is a gelling agent derived from animal collagen, which may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Its use raises ethical concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Gelatine
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in this product, helping to dissolve other ingredients and create the desired texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are used to enhance the taste of the winegums. However, the term is vague and may include various processed components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aromen
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Is Plant Oils safe in this dessert?
Medium
Plant Oils is used here as emulsifier. Plant oils like coconut and rapeseed are used for texture and mouthfeel. Their processing raises some concerns about quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: pflanzliche Ole (Kokos, Raps)
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Is Blackcurrant Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Blackcurrant Extract is used here as natural_extract. Blackcurrant extract is a natural colorant and flavoring agent, contributing to the product's fruity taste and color.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: schwarze Karte
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Is Spirulina safe in this dessert?
Good
Spirulina is used here as natural_extract. Spirulina is a natural blue-green algae used for color and potential health benefits. Its inclusion is a positive aspect of the formulation.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: spirulina
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Is Safflower safe in this dessert?
Good
Safflower is used here as natural_extract. Safflower is used as a natural colorant, providing a vibrant hue to the product without synthetic dyes.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Saffor
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: 4210092
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Allergens detected: gelatin
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