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Is Herring in Cream Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Lisner

Lisner's Herring in Cream Sauce 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 Pork Gelatin, Sodium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This product contains sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative and pork gelatin, raising concerns about synthetic additives and animal-derived components. The presence of modified starch and thickeners also indicates 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 herring, a source of omega-3 fatty acids, contributing to its nutritional profile.
  • Includes cream and yogurt, which can enhance the texture and flavor of the dish.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
  • Pork gelatin indicates the presence of animal-derived ingredients, which may not be suitable for all consumers.

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.

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: 4007625

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Allergens detected: pork

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Lisner — Herring in Cream Sauce 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.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
This product contains sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative and pork gelatin, raising concerns about synthetic additives and animal-derived components. The presence of modified starch and thickeners also indicates 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.
We detected: pork. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Lisner — Herring in Cream 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.
Our analysis notes: Contains herring, a source of omega-3 fatty acids, contributing to its nutritional profile.; Includes cream and yogurt, which can enhance the texture and flavor of the dish.. 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.; Pork gelatin indicates the presence of animal-derived ingredients, which may not be suitable for all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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Lisner — Herring in Cream Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
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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