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Is Fish Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Asia Flavours

Asia Flavours's Fish Sauce is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

This fish sauce contains 45% anchovies, water, salt, and sugar. The presence of sugar and salt raises concerns about the overall composition quality.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This fish sauce contains 45% anchovies, water, salt, and sugar. The presence of sugar and salt raises concerns about the overall composition quality.

Main concern

Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary 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

  • High anchovy content (45%) indicates a strong flavor base.
  • Anchovies provide natural umami, enhancing the sauce's taste.

Concerns

  • Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness.
  • High salt content may pose quality concerns for sodium intake.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Anchovies safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Anchovies is used here as base. Anchovies are a natural source of umami flavor, providing depth to this sauce. Their high protein content contributes positively to the overall quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: anchois

    Read the full ingredient profile for Anchovies

  • Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in this sauce, helping to dissolve other ingredients and maintain the desired consistency without raising safety concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: woda

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Salt is used here as preservative. Salt acts as a preservative, enhancing flavor and extending shelf life. However, excessive salt can raise health concerns related to sodium intake.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: sól

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added to balance the salty flavor of the sauce. While it enhances taste, it raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in the product.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: cukier

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

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: 4015091

More from this brand: Asia Flavours products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

Asia Flavours — Fish Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Asia Flavours products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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Our analysis notes: High anchovy content (45%) indicates a strong flavor base.; Anchovies provide natural umami, enhancing the sauce's taste.. See the Pros section above.
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Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product is flagged for: Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness.; High salt content may pose quality concerns for sodium intake.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: anchovies, water. See the Ingredients section above.
This fish sauce contains 45% anchovies, water, salt, and sugar. The presence of sugar and salt raises concerns about the overall composition quality. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Asia Flavours — Fish Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.

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