Is Garlic Jagdwurst Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dulano
Dulano's Garlic Jagdwurst is reviewed here as a meat product. 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 Sodium Nitrite.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and diphosphates as a stabilizer, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of garlic and spices adds flavor but does not mitigate the risks associated with preservatives.
Main concern
Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.
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 83% pork, indicating a high meat content which supports flavor and texture.
- Includes natural spices like garlic and pepper, enhancing taste without artificial flavors.
Concerns
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.
- Diphosphates are used as stabilizers, which may indicate a processed nature of the product.
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 meat product, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Pork safe in this meat product?
Good
Pork is used here as base. Pork serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential protein and flavor. Its high percentage indicates quality meat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Schweinefleisch
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Is Water safe in this meat product?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is used to maintain moisture and texture in the sausage, contributing to its overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Trinkwasser
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Is Salt safe in this meat product?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation, though excessive amounts can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Garlic safe in this meat product?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds a distinct flavor profile and has some culinary benefits, enhancing the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Knoblauch
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Is Pepper safe in this meat product?
Good
Pepper is used here as flavor. Pepper contributes to the flavor complexity of the sausage, enhancing its overall taste without health risks.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Pfeffer
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Is Ginger safe in this meat product?
Good
Ginger is used here as flavor. Ginger adds a unique flavor and may provide some culinary benefits, enhancing the product's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Ingwer
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Is Nutmeg safe in this meat product?
Good
Nutmeg is used here as flavor. Nutmeg is used for its aromatic qualities, contributing to the flavor profile of the sausage.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Muskatnuss
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Is Onions safe in this meat product?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions enhance the flavor and aroma of the product, adding depth to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Parsnip safe in this meat product?
Good
Parsnip is used here as flavor. Parsnip adds a subtle sweetness and complexity to the flavor profile of the sausage.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Pastinake
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Is Mustard Seeds safe in this meat product?
Good
Mustard Seeds is used here as flavor. Mustard seeds contribute to the flavor and may provide some culinary benefits, enhancing the product's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Senfkörner
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Is Diphosphates safe in this meat product?
Medium
Diphosphates is used here as stabilizer. Diphosphates are used to stabilize the product's texture, but their synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabilisator: Diphosphate
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this meat product?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant, helping to preserve freshness, but it is a synthetic ingredient.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Antioxidationsmittel: Ascorbinsäure
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Is Sodium Nitrite safe in this meat product?
Bad
Sodium Nitrite is used here as preservative. Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that helps prevent spoilage but raises health concerns due to potential risks.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoff: Natriumnitrit
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: 3843864
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Allergens detected: pistachios , celery
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