Is Garlic Sauce Based on Vegetable Oils Original Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Heinz
This page reviews Garlic Sauce Based on Vegetable Oils Original by Heinz as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Potassium Sorbate E202.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like refined sunflower oil and preservatives such as potassium sorbate (E202). These raise concerns about the overall quality and safety of the product.
Main concern
Refined sunflower oil is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
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 paste, which provides natural flavor and potential health benefits.
- Includes natural spices and green onions, enhancing flavor without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Refined sunflower oil is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
- Contains potassium sorbate (E202), a synthetic preservative that can be problematic for some consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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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, contributing to its consistency and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: BOДA
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Is Refined Deodorized Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Refined Deodorized Sunflower Oil is used here as base. This oil is used for its neutral flavor and texture, but its refined nature raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: МАСЛО ПОДСОЛНЕЧНОЕ РАФИНИРОВАННОЕ ДЕЗОДОРИРОВАННОЕ
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence in sauces can be a concern for those monitoring sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: САХАР
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Is Whey Contains Lactose safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Whey Contains Lactose is used here as base. Whey adds creaminess and flavor, but it may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: СЫВОРОТКА МОЛОЧНАЯ (СОДЕРЖИТ ЛАКТОЗУ)
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Is Garlic Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic Paste is used here as flavor. Garlic paste provides a strong flavor profile and potential health benefits, enhancing the sauce's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ПАСТА ЧЕСНОЧНАЯ (ЧЕСНОК, МАСЛО ПОДСОЛНЕЧНОЕ РАФИНИРОВАННОЕ ДЕЗОДОРИРОВАННОЕ, СОЛЬ, РЕГУЛЯТОР КИСЛОТНОСТИ Е330)
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to high sodium levels, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: СОЛЬ
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Is Thickeners E1422 E415 E412 safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Thickeners E1422 E415 E412 is used here as thickener. These thickeners improve texture but are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: ЗАГУСТИТЕЛИ (Е1422. Е415, Е412)
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Is Acidity Regulators E260 E330 safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Acidity Regulators E260 E330 is used here as acidulant. These regulators help maintain pH balance but are synthetic additives that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: РЕГУЛЯТОРЫ КИСЛОТНОСТИ (Е260, Е330)
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Is Mustard Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Mustard Powder is used here as flavor. Mustard powder adds a unique flavor and can enhance the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ПОРОШОК ГОРЧИЧНЫЙ
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Is Green Onions safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Green Onions is used here as flavor. Green onions contribute fresh flavor and color, enhancing the sauce's appeal without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ЛУК ЗЕЛЕНЫЙ
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Is Ground Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Ground Garlic is used here as flavor. Ground garlic enhances the garlic flavor profile, providing a natural taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ЧЕСНОК МОЛОТЫЙ
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Is Spice Mix Contains Natural Flavoring safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Spice Mix Contains Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. The spice mix adds complexity to the flavor but may include processed components that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: СМЕСЬ СПЕЦИЙ (СОДЕРЖИТ АРОМАТИЗАТОР НАТУРАЛЬНЫЙ)
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Is Potassium Sorbate E202 safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate E202 is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: КОНСЕРВАНТ Е202
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: 3911433
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Allergens detected: lactose
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