Iced Energy product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Iced Energy Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Starbucks

Iced Energy is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Starbucks. 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 Sucralose, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of sucralose and acesulfame potassium as sweeteners also indicates a processed formulation.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives that may raise quality concerns regarding 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 natural flavors and extracts like green coffee bean and panax ginseng, which may enhance the drink's appeal.
  • Includes vitamins such as niacinamide and pyridoxine hydrochloride, contributing to the drink's nutritional profile.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives that may raise quality concerns regarding processed ingredients.
  • Sucralose and acesulfame potassium are artificial sweeteners, which can be controversial due to potential health implications.

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.

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: 3345784

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Frequently asked questions

This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives that may raise quality concerns regarding processed ingredients.; Sucralose and acesulfame potassium are artificial sweeteners, which can be controversial due to potential health implications.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: carbonated water, citric acid, green coffee bean extract. See the Ingredients section above.
Starbucks — Iced Energy 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.
Starbucks — Iced Energy has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Starbucks products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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.
The composition includes sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of sucralose and acesulfame potassium as sweeteners also indicates a processed formulation. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Our analysis notes: Contains natural flavors and extracts like green coffee bean and panax ginseng, which may enhance the drink's appeal.; Includes vitamins such as niacinamide and pyridoxine hydrochloride, contributing to the drink's nutritional profile.. See the Pros section above.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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