Is Hot Xtra Tacosauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Coop Sa
Hot Xtra Tacosauce is a sauce condiment from Coop Sa. It has a Zerotox safety score of 70/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes modified corn starch and preservatives like E509, which raise concerns about processing. However, the presence of tomatoes and jalapeños adds some natural elements.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes modified corn starch and preservatives like E509, which raise concerns about processing. However, the presence of tomatoes and jalapeños adds some natural elements.
Main concern
Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise quality 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 tomato concentrate (14%) and tomatoes (10%), providing a natural base.
- Includes jalapeños (4%) for added flavor and heat, enhancing the sauce's profile.
Concerns
- Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise quality concerns.
- E509 (calcium chloride) is a synthetic additive used for texture, indicating processing.
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this sauce condiment so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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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: Vann
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Is Tomato Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato Concentrate is used here as base. Tomato concentrate (14%) provides a rich flavor and natural sweetness, contributing positively to the sauce's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomatkonsentrat 14%
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Is Tomatoes safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomatoes is used here as base. Tomatoes (10%) add freshness and acidity, enhancing the overall taste and nutritional value of the sauce.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomater 10% (EU)
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Is Pickled Jalapenos safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Pickled Jalapenos is used here as flavor. Pickled jalapeños (4%) provide heat and tanginess, enriching the flavor profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: syltede jalapeños 4% (jalapeños, vann, salt, konsistensmiddel (E 509), syre (E 330))
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used to thicken the sauce, but its processed nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifisert maisstivelse
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth and sweetness to the sauce, enhancing its overall flavor complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løk
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Is Green Bell Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Green Bell Pepper is used here as flavor. Green bell pepper contributes a fresh, slightly sweet flavor, balancing the heat from the jalapeños.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: grønn paprika
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Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar adds acidity, which helps to preserve the sauce and enhance its flavor profile.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: eddik
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices, including chili, provide flavor complexity but may include processed elements that raise concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydder (bl.a. chili)
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, but excessive use can be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Spice Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Spice Extract is used here as flavor. Spice extract adds flavor but may be processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydderekstrakt
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Is Onion Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder provides concentrated flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løkpulver
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder adds flavor but is also a processed ingredient, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hvitløkspulver
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: 4060028
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