Is Eglefin Fillets Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Picard
This page reviews Eglefin Fillets by Picard as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes MSC eglefin (65%) and various wheat-based ingredients, raising concerns about gluten content. The presence of synthetic additives like spices and preservatives indicates moderate processing.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes MSC eglefin (65%) and various wheat-based ingredients, raising concerns about gluten content. The presence of synthetic additives like spices and preservatives indicates moderate processing.
Main concern
Wheat flour and gluten are present, which may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
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
- MSC eglefin provides a sustainable seafood option, supporting responsible fishing practices.
- Contains spices like smoked paprika and cumin, which enhance flavor without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Wheat flour and gluten are present, which may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
- The use of breading and starch indicates a processed nature, which may not appeal to all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Melanogrammus Aeglefinus safe in this food?
Good
Melanogrammus Aeglefinus is used here as base. Eglefin is a wild-caught fish providing high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Églefin MSC (POISSONS)
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is used for breading, providing texture but raises gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de BLÉ (GLUTEN)
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Is Canola Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is a common cooking oil that provides moisture but is often refined, raising some health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de colza
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices like smoked paprika and cumin enhance flavor naturally, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: épices goût chorizo
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: 3656667
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Allergens detected: gluten
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