Fruit Flapjack product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Fruit Flapjack Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Costa Coffee

Fruit Flapjack is a snack from Costa Coffee. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Glucose Syrup.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes gluten-free oats and sultanas, but also contains preservatives like sulphur dioxide and added sugars, indicating moderate quality concerns.

Main concern

The presence of sulphur dioxide as a preservative raises concerns about potential sensitivities in some individuals.

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

  • Gluten-free oats provide a base that is suitable for those with gluten intolerance, contributing positively to the product's quality.
  • Sultanas and dried apricots add natural sweetness and fruit content, enhancing the overall flavor profile.

Concerns

  • The presence of sulphur dioxide as a preservative raises concerns about potential sensitivities in some individuals.
  • Added sugars, such as brown sugar and glucose syrup, contribute to a higher sweetness level, which may not be suitable for all consumers.

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack 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: 3941878

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Frequently asked questions

The composition includes gluten-free oats and sultanas, but also contains preservatives like sulphur dioxide and added sugars, indicating moderate quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: gluten free oats, sultanas, dried apricots. See the Ingredients section above.
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Costa Coffee — Fruit Flapjack 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.
This product is flagged for: The presence of sulphur dioxide as a preservative raises concerns about potential sensitivities in some individuals.; Added sugars, such as brown sugar and glucose syrup, contribute to a higher sweetness level, which may not be suitable for all consumers.. 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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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Our analysis notes: Gluten-free oats provide a base that is suitable for those with gluten intolerance, contributing positively to the product's quality.; Sultanas and dried apricots add natural sweetness and fruit content, enhancing the overall flavor profile.. See the Pros section above.
Costa Coffee — Fruit Flapjack has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
Zerotox gives Costa Coffee — Fruit Flapjack 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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