Frac Vanilla product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Frac Vanilla Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Costa

Costa's Frac Vanilla is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Fractionated Palm Oil, Caramel Color, Ammonium Bicarbonate.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes problematic ingredients like artificial flavors and palm oil, raising significant quality concerns. The presence of refined sugars and multiple allergens further diminishes the product's safety profile.

Main concern

Artificial flavors are present, indicating synthetic additives 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 cocoa powder, which can provide a rich flavor and is a natural ingredient.
  • Includes whole milk powder, contributing to a creamy texture and flavor.

Concerns

  • Artificial flavors are present, indicating synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
  • Palm oil is included, which is often linked to environmental issues and health concerns.
  • Refined sugars like fructose and regular sugar can contribute to health risks when consumed excessively.
  • Contains multiple allergens such as gluten, soy, and milk, limiting its suitability for many consumers.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

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

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: 4107198

More from this brand: Costa products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: gluten , soy , eggs , milk , peanuts , nuts , sesame , sulfites

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

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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.
Costa — Frac Vanilla has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 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.
Costa — Frac Vanilla has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
The composition includes problematic ingredients like artificial flavors and palm oil, raising significant quality concerns. The presence of refined sugars and multiple allergens further diminishes the product's safety profile. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Artificial flavors are present, indicating synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.; Palm oil is included, which is often linked to environmental issues and health concerns.; Refined sugars like fructose and regular sugar can contribute to health risks when consumed excessively.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Costa — Frac Vanilla has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Costa products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains cocoa powder, which can provide a rich flavor and is a natural ingredient.; Includes whole milk powder, contributing to a creamy texture and flavor.. See the Pros section above.
Main concerns for this product: Artificial flavors are present, indicating synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.; Palm oil is included, which is often linked to environmental issues and health concerns.. See the full list above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: cocoa powder, salt, eggs. See the Ingredients section above.

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