Is Gorines Homemade Egg Salad Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Specialgrossisten
Specialgrossisten's Gorines Homemade Egg Salad is reviewed here as a food. 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 Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes egg (30%) and several stabilizers like guar gum and xanthan gum. The presence of potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate as preservatives raises quality concerns due to synthetic additives.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are synthetic preservatives that may raise safety 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 egg, providing a source of protein and richness to the salad.
- Guar gum and xanthan gum serve as stabilizers, improving texture and consistency.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are synthetic preservatives that may raise safety concerns.
- Includes sugar and salt, which can be problematic for those monitoring intake.
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 food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used as a base for the salad, providing a smooth texture. However, it is a refined oil, which raises some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsolje
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Is Egg safe in this food?
Good
Egg is used here as base. Eggs are a primary ingredient, contributing protein and flavor. They are minimally processed, indicating a good quality source.
Role in formula: base
Original: egg (30%)
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient used to adjust consistency without adding calories or significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this food?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk adds richness and flavor to the salad, enhancing its overall quality and taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: eggeplomme
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Is Leek safe in this food?
Good
Leek is used here as flavor. Leek provides a mild onion-like flavor, contributing to the overall taste profile of the egg salad.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purre
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth of flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall sensory experience of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løk
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Is Vinegar safe in this food?
Medium
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar is used for acidity and flavor enhancement, but its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: eddik
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is included for flavor balance, but its presence raises concerns for those monitoring sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can be a concern for those with sodium restrictions.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Lemon Juice safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Juice is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice adds freshness and acidity, contributing positively to flavor without significant concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: sitronsaft
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Is Mustard Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Mustard Seeds is used here as flavor. Mustard seeds provide a unique flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sennepsfrø
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the flavor complexity of the salad, enhancing its overall appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydder
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Is Guar Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient with some concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisator: guarkjernemel
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Xanthan gum is used for texture improvement, but it is a processed ingredient that raises some concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: xantangummi
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this food?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate 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: konserveringsmiddel: kaliumsorbat
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that can raise safety concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: natriumbenzoat
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity regulation, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhetsregulerende middel: sitronsyre
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: 4051147
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Allergens detected: egg
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