Is Faxe Kondi Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Faxe Kondi
This page reviews Faxe Kondi by Faxe Kondi as a soft drink. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sodium Benzoate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
Faxe Kondi contains sodium benzoate (E211) as a synthetic preservative and citric acid (E330) for acidity. These additives indicate a processed composition, raising quality concerns.
Main concern
Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial 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
- Contains citric acid (E330) which acts as an acidulant, enhancing flavor and preserving freshness.
- Caffeine is included, providing a mild stimulant effect, which may appeal to consumers seeking energy.
Concerns
- Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
- High sugar content from added sugars may contribute to health concerns associated with excessive sugar intake.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink and why it matters.
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Is Carbonated Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbonated Water is used here as base. Carbonated water serves as the primary ingredient, providing the beverage's refreshing base without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kullsyreholdig vann
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Dextrose safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose, a simple sugar, is included to enhance sweetness, contributing to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: druesukker
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Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to provide tartness and balance sweetness, generally regarded as safe in food applications.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: syre (E330)
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Is Citrus Oil safe in this soft drink?
Good
Citrus Oil is used here as flavor. Citrus oil adds natural flavoring, enhancing the beverage's taste profile without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: citrusolje
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Is Salt safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is included to enhance flavor, but excessive sodium intake can be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmiddel (E211)
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Is Sodium Phosphates safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Phosphates is used here as stabilizer. Sodium phosphates are used for stabilization, but their presence indicates a processed formulation.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: surhetsregulerende middel (E339)
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as buffer. Sodium bicarbonate helps regulate acidity, but its use in beverages can indicate a processed nature.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: surhetsregulerende middel (E500)
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as buffer. Sodium citrate is included to help maintain pH balance, contributing to the overall stability of the drink.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: surhetsregulerende middel (E331)
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Is Potassium Bicarbonate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Potassium Bicarbonate is used here as buffer. Potassium bicarbonate is used for buffering, but its presence suggests a more complex formulation.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: surhetsregulerende middel (E501)
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Is Flavors safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors, including caffeine and quinine, are added for taste enhancement, but their synthetic nature raises concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromaer (herunder koffein og quinin)
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: 4051564
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