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Is Fries Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Chester S

This page reviews Fries by Chester S as a snack. Its current score is 45/100, suggesting that it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Artificial Color, Corn Syrup Solids, Sugar.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes several synthetic additives like artificial colors (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5) and preservatives (disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate), raising significant quality concerns. The presence of corn syrup solids and maltodextrin indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

Presence of artificial colors (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5) raises concerns about synthetic additives.

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 enriched corn meal, providing some essential nutrients like niacin and folic acid.
  • Includes natural flavors and spices like garlic and onion powder for added taste.

Concerns

  • Presence of artificial colors (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5) raises concerns about synthetic additives.
  • High levels of processed ingredients like corn syrup solids and maltodextrin indicate low quality.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid sulfates
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.

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: 2410299

More from this brand: Chester S products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Browse Chester S products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Chester S — Fries has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Chester S products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Chester S — Fries has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: salt, cheddar cheese, tomato powder. See 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.
The composition includes several synthetic additives like artificial colors (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5) and preservatives (disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate), raising significant quality concerns. The presence of corn syrup solids and maltodextrin indicates a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Chester S — Fries 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.
This product scores 45 / 100 mainly because of: Presence of artificial colors (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5) raises concerns about synthetic additives.; High levels of processed ingredients like corn syrup solids and maltodextrin indicate low quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Presence of artificial colors (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5) raises concerns about synthetic additives.; High levels of processed ingredients like corn syrup solids and maltodextrin indicate low quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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.

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