Halawa Pistachio product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Halawa Pistachio Safe? Ingredient Analysis

XX:ARZ

This page reviews Halawa Pistachio by XX:ARZ as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

Halawa Pistachio contains sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of citric acid as an acidulant is common in sweets but adds to the processed nature.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

Halawa Pistachio contains sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of citric acid as an acidulant is common in sweets but adds to the processed nature.

Main concern

High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.

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 pistachio, providing a natural nut flavor and some nutritional benefits.
  • Citric acid acts as an acidulant, enhancing flavor and preserving freshness.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
  • Processed ingredients like glucose syrup indicate a less natural composition.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.

  • Is Sesame safe in this food?

    Good

    Sesame is used here as base. Sesame is a natural seed providing a rich, nutty flavor and healthy fats, contributing positively to the product's quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: sésame

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sesame

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns due to its high caloric content and potential health impacts.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sucre

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Glucose Syrup safe in this food?

    Medium

    Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that adds sweetness and texture but is less desirable due to its high sugar content.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sirop de glucose

    Read the full ingredient profile for Glucose Syrup

  • Is Pistachio safe in this food?

    Good

    Pistachio is used here as natural_extract. Pistachio adds flavor and texture, along with beneficial nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the product.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: pistache

    Read the full ingredient profile for Pistachio

  • Is Vanilla safe in this food?

    Good

    Vanilla is used here as flavor. Vanilla is a natural flavoring that enhances the overall taste profile, contributing positively to the product's quality.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: vanille

    Read the full ingredient profile for Vanilla

  • Is Citric Acid safe in this food?

    Medium

    Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to balance sweetness and enhance flavor, but its presence indicates a more processed formulation.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: acide citrique

    Read the full ingredient profile for Citric Acid

  • Is Halawa Root safe in this food?

    Medium

    Halawa Root is used here as unknown. Halawa root is less common and its specific role and safety profile in this product are unclear.

    Role in formula: unknown

    Original: racine de halawa

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: 3458006

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Allergens detected: sesame

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Frequently asked questions

We detected: sesame. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.; Processed ingredients like glucose syrup indicate a less natural composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: sesame, pistachio, vanilla. See the Ingredients section above.
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Halawa Pistachio contains sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of citric acid as an acidulant is common in sweets but adds to the processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives XX:ARZ — Halawa Pistachio 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
XX:ARZ — Halawa Pistachio has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More XX:ARZ products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains pistachio, providing a natural nut flavor and some nutritional benefits.; Citric acid acts as an acidulant, enhancing flavor and preserving freshness.. See the Pros section above.
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.
XX:ARZ — Halawa Pistachio has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.