Jello Flan Vanilla Flavor product image with 25/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Jello Flan Vanilla Flavor Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Jell-O

Jell-O's Jello Flan Vanilla Flavor is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 25/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Carrageenan, Artificial Vanilla Flavor.

25 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 25

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as carrageenan, artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), and artificial colors (tartrazine). These raise significant quality and safety concerns due to their processed nature.

Main concern

Carrageenan is a processed ingredient that has raised concerns regarding gastrointestinal health.

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 carrageenan, which is used as a thickener and stabilizer in this dessert, providing texture.
  • Artificial flavors like vanilla enhance the taste profile, making it more appealing.

Concerns

  • Carrageenan is a processed ingredient that has raised concerns regarding gastrointestinal health.
  • Aspartame and acesulfame K are artificial sweeteners linked to various health debates, impacting overall safety perception.
  • Artificial colors such as tartrazine may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
  • High sugar content from added sugar can contribute to health issues, indicating a less favorable composition.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 4093432

More from this brand: Jell-O products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: phenylalanine

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Frequently asked questions

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We detected: phenylalanine. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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.
Jell-O — Jello Flan Vanilla Flavor has a Zerotox safety score of 25 / 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.
Main concerns for this product: Carrageenan is a processed ingredient that has raised concerns regarding gastrointestinal health.; Aspartame and acesulfame K are artificial sweeteners linked to various health debates, impacting overall safety perception.. See the full list above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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Our analysis notes: Contains carrageenan, which is used as a thickener and stabilizer in this dessert, providing texture.; Artificial flavors like vanilla enhance the taste profile, making it more appealing.. See the Pros section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as carrageenan, artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), and artificial colors (tartrazine). These raise significant quality and safety concerns due to their processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Carrageenan is a processed ingredient that has raised concerns regarding gastrointestinal health.; Aspartame and acesulfame K are artificial sweeteners linked to various health debates, impacting overall safety perception.; Artificial colors such as tartrazine may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Jell-O — Jello Flan Vanilla Flavor has a Zerotox score of 25 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.

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