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Is Green Taco Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

La Victoria

La Victoria's Green Taco 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 Sodium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative, which raises concerns about synthetic additives. Modified food starch is also present, indicating some processing.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.

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 green tomatoes and tomatillos, which are natural ingredients contributing to flavor.
  • Includes jalapeno peppers for a spicy kick, enhancing the overall taste profile.
  • Water and vinegar are common base ingredients, providing a familiar texture and acidity.
  • Bell peppers and onions add natural sweetness and depth to the sauce.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
  • Modified food starch is a processed ingredient that may indicate a lack of whole food integrity.
  • The presence of salt can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
  • Distilled vinegar, while common, is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3277333

More from this brand: La Victoria products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: green tomatoes, water, bell peppers. See the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative, which raises concerns about synthetic additives. Modified food starch is also present, indicating some processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains green tomatoes and tomatillos, which are natural ingredients contributing to flavor.; Includes jalapeno peppers for a spicy kick, enhancing the overall taste profile.; Water and vinegar are common base ingredients, providing a familiar texture and acidity.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.; Modified food starch is a processed ingredient that may indicate a lack of whole food integrity.; The presence of salt can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
La Victoria — Green Taco Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
La Victoria — Green Taco Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
La Victoria — Green Taco Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More La Victoria products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.

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