Is Fused Cheese Slices Deco Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Deco
Fused Cheese Slices Deco is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Deco. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Citrate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sodium citrate and citric acid, which raise concerns about the overall quality and safety of the product. The presence of concentrated whey and milk proteins indicates a reliance on dairy derivatives.
Main concern
Sodium citrate is a synthetic ingredient used for emulsification, raising concerns about processed 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 milk proteins which provide a source of calcium and other nutrients.
- Includes butter, which can enhance flavor and texture in cheese products.
Concerns
- Sodium citrate is a synthetic ingredient used for emulsification, raising concerns about processed additives.
- Citric acid, while common, is a processed acidulant that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Cheese safe in this dairy?
Medium
Cheese is used here as base. Cheese serves as the primary ingredient, providing flavor and texture. However, its processing level can vary, affecting quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Formaggi
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Is Concentrated Whey safe in this dairy?
Medium
Concentrated Whey is used here as base. Concentrated whey is a dairy derivative that adds protein but is processed, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: siero di latte concentrato
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient that serves as a solvent in food products, posing no quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: acqua
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Is Butter safe in this dairy?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds richness and flavor to the cheese slices, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: burro
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this dairy?
Medium
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins provide nutritional benefits but are often processed, which can affect the ingredient's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteine del latte
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dairy?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a processed dairy ingredient that adds protein but may raise concerns about processing levels.
Role in formula: base
Original: siero di latte in polvere
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sodium Citrate is used here as emulsifier. Sodium citrate is a synthetic emulsifier that helps maintain texture but raises concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sale di fusione: citrato di sodio
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is a common flavor enhancer and preservative, contributing to the overall taste without significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: sale
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity regulation but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: correttore di acidità, acido citrico
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: 4144722
More from this brand: Deco products in Zerotox
Similar products: dairy in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk
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