Is Garlic And Herb Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bramwells
Bramwells's Garlic And Herb Sauce is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. 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 Modified Starch, Flavoring, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium sorbate as a preservative and calcium disodium EDTA as an antioxidant, indicating some synthetic additives that raise quality concerns. The presence of modified starch and xanthan gum also suggests processing.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term consumption effects.
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 garlic powder and dried parsley, which are natural flavor enhancers contributing to taste.
- Free range egg yolk adds richness and a natural emulsifier, improving texture.
- Skimmed yogurt powder provides a creamy element without high fat content.
- Onion and white pepper enhance flavor complexity, making the sauce more appealing.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term consumption effects.
- Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic antioxidant that may pose quality issues due to its processing.
- Modified starch is a processed ingredient that can indicate lower quality compared to natural thickeners.
- Xanthan gum, while common, is a thickener that may not appeal to those preferring minimal processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, providing the necessary liquid base for the other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil that adds fat content, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapeseed Spint
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Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Vinegar is used here as flavor. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the sauce without significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vinegar
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as flavor. Sugar is used to balance flavors, but its presence indicates some level of processing and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sugar
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Is Modified Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient that serves as a thickener, raising concerns about its quality and processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified May
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Free range egg yolk acts as a natural emulsifier, improving texture and richness in the sauce.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: FREE RANGE EGG YOLK (2.596)
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Is Mustard safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard adds a distinct flavor and complexity to the sauce, contributing positively to its taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Mustard (Water, Mustard Seeds, Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Spices)
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Is Skimmed Yogurt Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Skimmed Yogurt Powder is used here as flavor. Skimmed yogurt powder provides creaminess while being lower in fat, but its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Skimmed Yogurt Powder (Milk)
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Is Dried Parsley safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Dried Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Dried parsley is a natural herb that enhances flavor and adds a touch of color to the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Dried Parsley
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder provides a strong flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce without safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic Powder
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Is Flavoring safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is a vague term that may indicate artificial additives, raising concerns about quality and safety.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Flavouring
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth and sweetness to the sauce, contributing positively to its flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion
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Is White Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
White Pepper is used here as flavor. White pepper provides a mild heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste without safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: White Pepper
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about long-term consumption effects.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Preservative: Potassium Sorbate
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a common thickener that improves texture but may not appeal to those preferring minimal processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Thickener. Xanthan Gum
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Is Calcium Disodium Edta safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Calcium Disodium Edta is used here as antioxidant. Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic antioxidant that may pose quality issues due to its processing.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Antioxidant: Calcium Disodium EDTA
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: 3853779
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Allergens detected: egg , milk
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