Is Flammkuchen Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Anna's Best
Anna's Best's Flammkuchen is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Ethanol.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes wheat flour and vegetable oils, with concerns raised by the presence of palm oil and ethanol. These ingredients indicate a processed nature, affecting overall quality.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications.
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
- Wheat flour serves as a primary ingredient, providing structure and texture.
- Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity, enhancing flavor and freshness.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- Ethanol is included, which may indicate processing concerns and raises questions about ingredient purity.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is the main ingredient, providing essential carbohydrates and structure to the product. Its quality is generally acceptable.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farine de blé
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental component, necessary for dough formation and hydration, contributing to the overall texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils, including palm and rapeseed, are used for moisture and texture but raise concerns about health and environmental impact.
Role in formula: base
Original: graisses et huiles végétales (palme, colza)
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Is Ethanol safe in this food?
Bad
Ethanol is used here as solvent. Ethanol is included as a processing aid, which may raise concerns about the purity and safety of the final product.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: éthanol
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Is Table Salt safe in this food?
Good
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt enhances flavor and is essential for balancing taste, contributing positively to the overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel de cuisine
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and freshness, enhancing the flavor profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citron concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Deactivated Dehydrated Sourdough safe in this food?
Medium
Deactivated Dehydrated Sourdough is used here as flavor. Deactivated dehydrated sourdough contributes to flavor complexity but may indicate processing concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: levain dévitalisé déshydraté (blé)
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: 4087157
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Allergens detected: wheat
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