Is Fjordland Kos Creme Brulée Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Tine Sa
Fjordland Kos Creme Brulée is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Tine Sa. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Flavorings, Colorants affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes modified corn starch and carrageenan as stabilizers, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of artificial colors and sugars also indicates a less favorable quality profile.
Main concern
Modified corn starch and carrageenan are processed ingredients that may raise 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 cream and milk, providing a rich texture and flavor.
- The use of stabilizers helps maintain product consistency during storage.
Concerns
- Modified corn starch and carrageenan are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
- High sugar content from both crème brûlée and the pouch contributes to a less favorable health profile.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk provides a creamy base for the dessert, contributing to its rich flavor and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: helmelk
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Is Skimmed Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk is used here as base. Skimmed milk adds creaminess while reducing fat content, balancing the overall texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteinredusert skummetmelk
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream enhances the dessert's richness and mouthfeel, making it more indulgent.
Role in formula: base
Original: kremfløte
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to higher calorie content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as stabilizer. Modified corn starch acts as a thickening agent, improving texture but raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: modifisert maisstivelse
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Is Carrageenan safe in this dessert?
Medium
Carrageenan is used here as stabilizer. Carrageenan is used for texture stabilization but has been associated with digestive issues in some individuals.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: karragenan
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Is Flavorings safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings are often synthetic and can raise concerns about artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromaer
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Is Colorants safe in this dessert?
Bad
Colorants is used here as colorant. Colorants like carotene are synthetic and may raise concerns about artificial coloring in food.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoff (karotener)
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar in the pouch adds sweetness but contributes to overall sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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: 4045147
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Allergens detected: milk
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