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Is Free From Lemon Drizzle Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Co-op

Co-op's Free From Lemon Drizzle is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Sugar, Invert Sugar Syrup, Glucose Syrup.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The ingredient composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. The presence of xanthan gum as a thickener is common but may indicate processing.

Main concern

High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises 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 rowanberry extract, which may provide natural flavor and color.
  • Uses rapeseed oil, a common vegetable oil with a relatively neutral profile.
  • Includes lemon juice, adding a natural citrus flavor to the product.
  • Free from common allergens like nuts, making it suitable for those with nut allergies.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises quality concerns.
  • Contains invert sugar syrup, a processed sweetener that may contribute to excessive sweetness.
  • Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, indicates some level of processing.
  • May contain nuts, which could pose a risk for those with nut allergies despite the primary formulation being free from them.

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: 3924158

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Allergens detected: nuts

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Co-op — Free From Lemon Drizzle has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Co-op products. 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.
We detected: nuts. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises quality concerns.; Contains invert sugar syrup, a processed sweetener that may contribute to excessive sweetness.; Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, indicates some level of processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Co-op — Free From Lemon Drizzle 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.
Zerotox gives Co-op — Free From Lemon Drizzle a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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The ingredient composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. The presence of xanthan gum as a thickener is common but may indicate processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains rowanberry extract, which may provide natural flavor and color.; Uses rapeseed oil, a common vegetable oil with a relatively neutral profile.; Includes lemon juice, adding a natural citrus flavor to the product.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: egg, rapeseed oil, lemon juice. See the Ingredients section above.

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