Is Fruit & Nut Blend Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Imperial Nuts
Imperial Nuts's Fruit & Nut Blend 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, Vegetable Oil, Cottonseed Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes dried fruits like raisins and cranberries, alongside various oils and nuts. The presence of sugar and multiple oils raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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 a variety of dried fruits like raisins and cranberries, providing natural sweetness and flavor.
- Includes nuts such as cashews and almonds, which contribute healthy fats and protein.
Concerns
- Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Multiple oils, including peanut and cottonseed oil, indicate a highly processed composition with potential quality issues.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Raisin safe in this snack?
Good
Raisin is used here as base. Raisins are dried grapes that provide natural sweetness and fiber, contributing positively to the blend's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: raisins
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Is Golden Raisin safe in this snack?
Good
Golden Raisin is used here as base. Golden raisins are dried white grapes, offering a sweet flavor and similar benefits to regular raisins, enhancing the fruit mix.
Role in formula: base
Original: golden raisins
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Is Dried Sweetened Cranberry safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Sweetened Cranberry is used here as base. Dried sweetened cranberries add sweetness and flavor but contain added sugar, raising concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: base
Original: dried sweetened cranberries
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Is Cranberry safe in this snack?
Good
Cranberry is used here as base. Cranberries are rich in antioxidants and provide a tart flavor, contributing positively to the overall fruit blend.
Role in formula: base
Original: cranberries
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about health implications associated with high sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Elderberry Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Elderberry Juice Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Elderberry juice concentrate adds flavor and potential antioxidant benefits, enhancing the fruit blend's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: elderberry juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Elderberry Juice Concentrate
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Is Aronia Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Aronia Juice Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Aronia juice concentrate is rich in antioxidants and adds a unique flavor, contributing positively to the blend.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: aronia juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Aronia Juice Concentrate
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that helps with texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed health implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sunflower oil
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Is Roasted Cashew safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Cashew is used here as base. Roasted cashews provide healthy fats and protein, enhancing the nutritional value of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: roasted cashews
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Is Cashew safe in this snack?
Good
Cashew is used here as base. Cashews are nutrient-dense nuts that contribute healthy fats and protein, beneficial for overall health.
Role in formula: base
Original: cashews
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Vegetable Oil is used here as emulsifier. Vegetable oil is often highly processed and may contain unhealthy fats, raising concerns about its quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: vegetable oil
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Is Peanut Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Peanut Oil is used here as emulsifier. Peanut oil is used for frying and flavor but is a processed oil that may raise health concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: peanut oil
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Is Cottonseed Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Cottonseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Cottonseed oil is a highly processed oil that may contain unhealthy fats, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: cottonseed oil
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Is Sunflower Seed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Seed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower seed oil is a common ingredient that helps with texture but is a processed oil with mixed health implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sunflower seed oil
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as emulsifier. Canola oil is often used for its neutral flavor but is highly processed, raising some health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: canola oil
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Is Rice Bran Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Bran Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rice bran oil is a common cooking oil that helps with texture but is processed, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: rice bran oil
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation; its presence indicates a processed product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Roasted Almond safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Almond is used here as base. Roasted almonds provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the nutritional profile of the blend.
Role in formula: base
Original: roasted almonds
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Is Almond safe in this snack?
Good
Almond is used here as base. Almonds are nutrient-rich nuts that offer healthy fats and protein, enhancing the overall quality of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: almonds
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: 3425605
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Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut
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