Is Gustafson's Ice Cream Neapolitan Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Cedar Crest Specialties

Cedar Crest Specialties's Gustafson's Ice Cream Neapolitan is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Corn Syrup, Mono Diglycerides, Polysorbate 80.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as carrageenan and artificial colors like Blue 1 and Red 40, raising significant quality and safety concerns. The presence of high fructose corn syrup also indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

Carrageenan is included as a thickener, raising concerns about gastrointestinal effects.

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 nonfat milk and buttermilk, which provide some dairy content.
  • Includes cream, contributing to a creamy texture.
  • Natural flavors are present, which may enhance taste without synthetic alternatives.

Concerns

  • Carrageenan is included as a thickener, raising concerns about gastrointestinal effects.
  • High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to health issues.
  • Artificial colors like Blue 1 and Red 40 may pose potential health risks.
  • Mono & diglycerides are emulsifiers that can be derived from unhealthy fats.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, 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: 2388671

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Frequently asked questions

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Cedar Crest Specialties — Gustafson's Ice Cream Neapolitan has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Cedar Crest Specialties products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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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.
This product is flagged for: Carrageenan is included as a thickener, raising concerns about gastrointestinal effects.; High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to health issues.; Artificial colors like Blue 1 and Red 40 may pose potential health risks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Main concerns for this product: Carrageenan is included as a thickener, raising concerns about gastrointestinal effects.; High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to health issues.. See the full list above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Cedar Crest Specialties — Gustafson's Ice Cream Neapolitan has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Carrageenan is included as a thickener, raising concerns about gastrointestinal effects.; High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to health issues.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Cedar Crest Specialties — Gustafson's Ice Cream Neapolitan has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 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.
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as carrageenan and artificial colors like Blue 1 and Red 40, raising significant quality and safety concerns. The presence of high fructose corn syrup also indicates a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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