Is Hoisin Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cottage Delight
Hoisin Sauce is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Cottage Delight. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes yellow bean sauce and soy sauce, both containing wheat and soy, which may raise concerns for those with allergies. The presence of multiple sugars also indicates a processed nature.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes yellow bean sauce and soy sauce, both containing wheat and soy, which may raise concerns for those with allergies. The presence of multiple sugars also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Contains multiple sugars, including demerara and muscovado, indicating a high sugar content.
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 yellow bean sauce, providing a unique flavor profile and depth to the sauce.
- Includes garlic purée, which adds natural flavor and potential health benefits.
Concerns
- Contains multiple sugars, including demerara and muscovado, indicating a high sugar content.
- Soy sauce and yellow bean sauce contain wheat, posing risks for those with gluten sensitivities.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, ensuring proper consistency and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Demerara Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Demerara Sugar is used here as sweetener. Demerara sugar is a minimally processed sugar that adds sweetness but raises concerns due to its sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Demerara sugar
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Is Yellow Bean Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Yellow Bean Sauce is used here as flavor. Yellow bean sauce contributes to the sauce's flavor, but its wheat content may be problematic for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Yellow bean sauce (17%) (SOYA beans (Contains Water, Salt, WHEAT flour (Contains Calcium carbonate, Iron, Thiamin, Niacin)), Sugar, Salt)
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Is Muscovado Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Muscovado Sugar is used here as sweetener. Muscovado sugar is a type of unrefined sugar that adds a rich flavor but also increases the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Muscovado sugar
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Is White Wine Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
White Wine Vinegar is used here as acidulant. White wine vinegar adds acidity to balance flavors, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: White wine vinegar
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce enhances the umami flavor but contains wheat, which may be a concern for those with gluten intolerance.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Soy sauce (7%) (Water, Salt, SOYA beans, WHEAT)
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Is Garlic Puree safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic Puree is used here as flavor. Garlic purée provides natural flavor and potential health benefits, enhancing the sauce's overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Garlic purée
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Is Cornflour safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cornflour is used here as thickener. Cornflour is used as a thickening agent, which can improve texture but may raise concerns for those avoiding processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Cornflour
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the flavor complexity of the sauce, enhancing its overall appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Spices
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: 3939954
More from this brand: Cottage Delight products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat , soy
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