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Is Fries Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Chester-S

Fries is a food from Chester-S. It has a Zerotox safety score of 45/100, which means it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes several synthetic additives like artificial color and monosodium glutamate, raising quality concerns. Ingredients like corn syrup solids and sugar further indicate a processed nature.

Main concern

Presence of artificial color 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.
  • Includes cheese cultures which can contribute to flavor.
  • Tomato powder adds a natural flavor component.
  • Onion powder and garlic powder enhance taste without synthetic additives.

Concerns

  • Presence of artificial color raises concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer linked to potential sensitivity.
  • Corn syrup solids and sugar indicate high processing and added sugars.
  • Multiple dairy ingredients may pose allergen risks for lactose-intolerant individuals.

Who should avoid this product?

This food may not be the best fit for:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3360959

More from this brand: Chester-S products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: milk , lactose

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Zerotox gives Chester-S — Fries 45 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk, lactose. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: salt, milk, cheese cultures. See the Ingredients section above.
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Our analysis notes: Contains enriched corn meal, providing some essential nutrients.; Includes cheese cultures which can contribute to flavor.; Tomato powder adds a natural flavor component.. See the Pros section above.
Main concerns for this product: Presence of artificial color raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer linked to potential sensitivity.. See the full list 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.
Chester-S — Fries has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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