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Is Fire Roasted Sweet Corn Popcorn Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Herr's

Fire Roasted Sweet Corn Popcorn is a snack from Herr's. It has a Zerotox safety score of 55/100, which means it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Natural Artificial Flavor.

55 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 55

The ingredient list includes several processed components like maltodextrin and artificial flavors, raising concerns about quality. The presence of nonfat dry milk and butter indicates dairy content, which may not suit all diets.

Main concern

Contains maltodextrin and artificial flavors, which are processed ingredients with potential quality concerns.

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 popcorn, a whole grain, which is a good source of fiber.
  • Includes tocopherol, an antioxidant that helps preserve freshness.
  • Uses natural colorants like beta carotene and annatto extract.

Concerns

  • Contains maltodextrin and artificial flavors, which are processed ingredients with potential quality concerns.
  • Includes nonfat dry milk and butter, which may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
  • Presence of sodium citrate and citric acid indicates additional processing.

Who should avoid this product?

This snack 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 snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3281465

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Our analysis notes: Contains popcorn, a whole grain, which is a good source of fiber.; Includes tocopherol, an antioxidant that helps preserve freshness.; Uses natural colorants like beta carotene and annatto extract.. See the Pros section above.
Herr's — Fire Roasted Sweet Corn Popcorn has a Zerotox score of 55 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The ingredient list includes several processed components like maltodextrin and artificial flavors, raising concerns about quality. The presence of nonfat dry milk and butter indicates dairy content, which may not suit all diets. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: popcorn, spice, turmeric extractives. See the Ingredients section above.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Herr's — Fire Roasted Sweet Corn Popcorn has a Zerotox safety score of 55 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Herr's — Fire Roasted Sweet Corn Popcorn a safety score of 55 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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