Is Half & Half Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lucerne Dairy Farms
Half & Half is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Lucerne Dairy Farms. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes GRADE A milk and cream, which are natural dairy ingredients, but also contains disodium phosphate and sodium citrate, both of which are synthetic additives. These additives raise concerns about the overall quality and processing of the product, leading to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Disodium phosphate is a synthetic additive used as an emulsifier, 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
- Contains GRADE A milk and cream, which are natural dairy ingredients contributing to a creamy texture.
- The use of milk and cream indicates a traditional dairy product without artificial flavors.
Concerns
- Disodium phosphate is a synthetic additive used as an emulsifier, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
- Sodium citrate is another synthetic ingredient that may indicate a higher level of processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk is a natural dairy ingredient that provides a creamy texture and flavor to this product. Its presence indicates a traditional dairy composition without artificial flavors.
Role in formula: base
Original: GRADE A MILK
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Is Cream safe in this dairy?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream is a natural dairy product that enhances the richness and mouthfeel of this half & half. It contributes to the overall quality and flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: GRADE A CREAM
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Is Disodium Phosphate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Disodium Phosphate is used here as emulsifier. Disodium phosphate is a synthetic additive used to stabilize and emulsify the product. Its presence raises concerns about the level of processing and potential health implications associated with synthetic ingredients.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: DISODIUM PHOSPHATE
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sodium Citrate is used here as stabilizer. Sodium citrate is a synthetic ingredient that acts as a stabilizer in this product. While it helps maintain consistency, its synthetic nature raises quality concerns regarding the overall composition.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: SODIUM CITRATE
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: 2390956
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Allergens detected: milk
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