Is Il Megio Amarena Kirsch Safe? Ingredient Analysis
K-Classic
K-Classic's Il Megio Amarena Kirsch 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 Glucose Fructose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose-fructose syrup and stabilizers such as pectins. These raise concerns about the overall quality and processing level of the product.
Main concern
Includes glucose-fructose syrup, a highly processed sweetener that raises 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 real fruit puree (5.4% sour cherry), which adds natural flavor and some fruit benefits.
- Natural flavors and Bourbon vanilla aroma contribute to a more authentic taste profile.
Concerns
- Includes glucose-fructose syrup, a highly processed sweetener that raises quality concerns.
- Presence of emulsifiers and stabilizers indicates significant processing, which may affect overall ingredient quality.
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.
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Is Milk safe in this food?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk serves as a primary ingredient, providing creaminess and flavor. Its quality is generally high, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Entrahmte Milch
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this food?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can lead to health concerns when consumed in excess, impacting the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose-Fruktosesirup
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Is Sour Cherry Puree safe in this food?
Good
Sour Cherry Puree is used here as flavor. Sour cherry puree (5.4%) adds natural fruit flavor and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the product's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sauerkirschpüree
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this food?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat is used for texture and mouthfeel but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosfett
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Is Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch acts as a thickener, improving texture but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stärke
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as acidulant. Sodium citrate is used to regulate acidity, which is important for flavor balance but is a synthetic ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Natriumcitrate
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, but its presence indicates processing and may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citronensäure
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Pectins safe in this food?
Medium
Pectins is used here as stabilizer. Pectins are used as stabilizers to improve texture but are processed ingredients that may not contribute to nutritional value.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Pektine
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Is Lactose safe in this food?
Medium
Lactose is used here as sweetener. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Laktose
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: 3985001
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Allergens detected: milk , soy
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