Is Focaccia Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fresh Coborn S
This page reviews Focaccia by Fresh Coborn S as a food. 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: Bha, Natural Flavoring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes enriched bleached flour and preservatives like calcium propionate, raising concerns about processing. Ingredients like BHA and azodicarbonamide also indicate moderate quality issues.
Main concern
Enriched bleached flour may contain additives that 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 extra virgin olive oil, which is a good source of healthy fats.
- Includes natural herbs like parsley, oregano, and basil, enhancing flavor without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Enriched bleached flour may contain additives that raise quality concerns.
- BHA is a synthetic antioxidant that can pose safety concerns due to its processing.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Enriched Bleached Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Enriched Bleached Flour is used here as base. Enriched bleached flour is processed wheat flour with added nutrients. Its bleaching process raises concerns about quality and safety.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched bleached flour [wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron , thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid]
Read the full ingredient profile for Enriched Bleached Flour
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that serves as a solvent and hydrator in the dough, posing no quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as base. Yeast is a natural leavening agent that helps the dough rise, contributing positively to the product's texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: yeast
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and controls fermentation in the dough, essential for the overall taste and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra virgin olive oil is a high-quality fat that adds flavor and moisture, contributing positively to health aspects.
Role in formula: base
Original: extra virgin olive oil
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Is Parsley safe in this food?
Good
Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Parsley is a natural herb that adds flavor and nutritional value without any processing concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: parsley
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Is Calcium Propionate safe in this food?
Medium
Calcium Propionate is used here as preservative. Calcium propionate is used to inhibit mold growth, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: calcium propionate [preservatives]
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Is Oregano safe in this food?
Good
Oregano is used here as natural_extract. Oregano is a natural herb that enhances flavor and provides some antioxidant properties without safety concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: oregano
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Is Basil safe in this food?
Good
Basil is used here as natural_extract. Basil is a natural herb that contributes flavor and has potential health benefits, posing no quality issues.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: basil
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Is Rosemary safe in this food?
Good
Rosemary is used here as natural_extract. Rosemary is a natural herb that adds flavor and has antioxidant properties, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: rosemary
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Is Dough Conditioner safe in this food?
Medium
Dough Conditioner is used here as emulsifier. Dough conditioners like azodicarbonamide improve texture but raise concerns due to their synthetic nature.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: dough conditioner [wheat starch , azodicarbonamide, calcium iodate, enzyme, calcium stearate, silicon dioxide]
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as base. Soybean oil is a common cooking oil that is processed, raising some concerns about quality compared to less processed oils.
Role in formula: base
Original: soybean oil
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Is Garlic Oil safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Oil is used here as flavor. Garlic oil adds flavor and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic oil
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Is Bha safe in this food?
Bad
Bha is used here as preservative. BHA is a synthetic antioxidant that raises safety concerns due to its potential health risks associated with long-term consumption.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: bha
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Is Crushed Tomatoes safe in this food?
Good
Crushed Tomatoes is used here as base. Crushed tomatoes provide natural flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the salsa component.
Role in formula: base
Original: crushed tomatoes
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Is Onions safe in this food?
Good
Onions is used here as base. Onions add flavor and nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the salsa without any processing concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: onions
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Is Jalapeno Peppers safe in this food?
Good
Jalapeno Peppers is used here as base. Jalapeno peppers provide heat and flavor, contributing positively to the salsa's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: jalapeno peppers
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Is Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice safe in this food?
Good
Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice is used here as base. Diced tomatoes in tomato juice add flavor and moisture, enhancing the salsa's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: diced tomatoes in tomato juice
Read the full ingredient profile for Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this food?
Medium
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar is used for acidity and flavor but is a processed ingredient that raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: distilled vinegar
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Is Dehydrated Onions safe in this food?
Medium
Dehydrated Onions is used here as flavor. Dehydrated onions provide flavor but are processed, which may affect their quality compared to fresh onions.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dehydrated onions
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds flavor and potential health benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is Natural Flavoring safe in this food?
Bad
Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring can be vague and may include processed components, raising concerns about transparency and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavoring
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Is Cheddar Cheese safe in this food?
Good
Cheddar Cheese is used here as base. Cheddar cheese adds flavor and richness, contributing positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: cheddar cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, annatto color]
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Is Anticaking Agent safe in this food?
Medium
Anticaking Agent is used here as emulsifier. Anticaking agents like potato starch and corn starch prevent clumping but are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: anticaking agent (potato starch , corn starch, powdered cellulose]
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Is Natamycin safe in this food?
Good
Natamycin is used here as preservative. Natamycin is a natural mold inhibitor that helps preserve the cheese without raising significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: natamycin [a natural mold inhibitor]
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Is Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Olive Oil is used here as base. Olive oil is a high-quality fat that adds flavor and health benefits, positively impacting the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: olive oil
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: 3416621
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Allergens detected: milk
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