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Is Jalapeno Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Hengstenberg

Jalapeno is a sauce condiment from Hengstenberg. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative and sodium metabisulfite as an antioxidant, raising quality concerns. The presence of citric acid and riboflavin indicates some natural components.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative, raising concerns about 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 jalapeño, providing a natural flavor and heat.
  • Citric acid acts as a natural acidulant, enhancing flavor and preservation.
  • Riboflavin is a natural colorant, contributing to the product's visual appeal.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
  • Sodium metabisulfite is an antioxidant that may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
  • The presence of potential allergens like mustard could pose risks for sensitive consumers.

Who should avoid this product?

This sauce condiment may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this sauce condiment so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3815001

More from this brand: Hengstenberg products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: mustard

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Frequently asked questions

We detected: mustard. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
The composition includes sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative and sodium metabisulfite as an antioxidant, raising quality concerns. The presence of citric acid and riboflavin indicates some natural components. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: jalapeño, salt, citric acid. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains jalapeño, providing a natural flavor and heat.; Citric acid acts as a natural acidulant, enhancing flavor and preservation.; Riboflavin is a natural colorant, contributing to the product's visual appeal.. See the Pros section above.
Hengstenberg — Jalapeno has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Hengstenberg products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative, raising concerns about processed ingredients.; Sodium metabisulfite is an antioxidant that may cause sensitivity in some individuals.; The presence of potential allergens like mustard could pose risks for sensitive consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Hengstenberg — Jalapeno 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.

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