Is Goat Cheese Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Juan Luna
This page reviews Goat Cheese by Juan Luna as a dairy. 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: Calcium Chloride.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes pasteurized goat milk and salt, but also contains E-509 (calcium chloride), a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns. Overall, the product has a mix of good and medium ingredients.
Main concern
E-509 (calcium chloride) is a synthetic additive used for curdling, raising concerns about 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
- Pasteurized goat milk is a natural ingredient providing a rich flavor and texture.
- Contains lactic ferments which contribute to the cheese's development and flavor.
Concerns
- E-509 (calcium chloride) is a synthetic additive used for curdling, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
- The presence of salt may indicate a higher sodium content, which can be a concern for some consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dairy and why it matters.
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Is Pasteurized Goat Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Goat Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized goat milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients and a distinct flavor profile. Its pasteurization ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria.
Role in formula: base
Original: Leche pasteurizada de cabra
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement and preservation. While it contributes to taste, excessive salt intake can be a health concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Calcium Chloride safe in this dairy?
Bad
Calcium Chloride is used here as stabilizer. Calcium chloride (E-509) is a synthetic compound used to aid in curd formation. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: E-509
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Is Rennet safe in this dairy?
Medium
Rennet is used here as coagulating agent. Rennet is used to coagulate the milk, forming curds. While it is a natural enzyme, its source can vary, which may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: coagulating agent
Original: cuajo
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Is Lactic Ferments safe in this dairy?
Good
Lactic Ferments is used here as natural_extract. Lactic ferments are beneficial bacteria that aid in fermentation, contributing to flavor and texture development in cheese. They are essential for the cheese-making process.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermentos lácticos
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: 4175790
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