Is Hershey's Pastelito Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Marinela
Marinela's Hershey's Pastelito is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 55/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Artificial Flavor, Sodium Propionate.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several problematic ingredients such as added sugars and artificial flavors, which raise quality and safety concerns. The presence of sodium propionate and sorbic acid as preservatives further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
High levels of added sugars, including sugar and corn syrup, raise health concerns.
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 cocoa, which is a natural ingredient contributing to flavor.
- Includes natural and artificial flavors, enhancing taste profile.
Concerns
- High levels of added sugars, including sugar and corn syrup, raise health concerns.
- Presence of sodium propionate and sorbic acid indicates reliance on synthetic preservatives.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns due to its high content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: AZÚCAR
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Is Vegetable Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Fat is used here as base. Vegetable fat is used for texture and moisture but may be highly processed, raising concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: GRASA VEGETAL
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Is Cocoa safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa adds flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: COCOA
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Is Milk Solids safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Solids is used here as base. Milk solids provide creaminess and flavor but may raise concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: SÓLIDOS DE LA LECHE
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: LECITINA DE SOYA
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Is Artificial Flavor safe in this snack?
Bad
Artificial Flavor is used here as flavor. Artificial flavoring is included to enhance taste but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SABORIZANTE ARTIFICIAL
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Is Modified Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: ALMIDÓN MODIFICADO
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Is Sodium Propionate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Propionate is used here as preservative. Sodium propionate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: PROPIONATO SÓDICO
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Is Sorbic Acid safe in this snack?
Bad
Sorbic Acid is used here as preservative. Sorbic acid is a synthetic preservative that helps prevent spoilage but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: ÁCIDO SÓRBICO
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this snack?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is used as a thickening agent but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: GOMA XANTANA
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: 4063508
More from this brand: Marinela products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: gluten , milk , egg , soy
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