Is Kellogg's Eggo Pancakes Buttermilk Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Kellogg's
Kellogg's Eggo Pancakes Buttermilk is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Kellogg's. 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 Sodium Aluminum Phosphate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes enriched flour and sugar, with several vitamins and minerals added. However, the presence of synthetic additives like sodium aluminum phosphate raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Includes sodium aluminum phosphate, a synthetic leavening agent that raises safety 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
- Enriched flour provides essential vitamins and minerals, contributing positively to the nutritional profile.
- Contains buttermilk and eggs, which are natural ingredients that enhance flavor and texture.
Concerns
- Includes sodium aluminum phosphate, a synthetic leavening agent that raises safety concerns regarding processed ingredients.
- High sugar content from added sugar and fructose may contribute to dietary concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Enriched Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Enriched Flour is used here as base. Enriched flour is a processed ingredient providing essential nutrients, but its refinement raises concerns about whole grain content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, vitamin B1 [thiamin mononitrate], vitamin B2 [riboflavin], folic acid)
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental ingredient, essential for the pancake batter's consistency and hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil (soybean and/or canola) is used for moisture and texture, but refined oils may have health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oil (soybean and/or canola oil)
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Is Buttermilk safe in this food?
Good
Buttermilk is used here as base. Buttermilk adds flavor and moisture, contributing positively to the overall quality of the pancakes.
Role in formula: base
Original: buttermilk
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Is Eggs safe in this food?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs provide structure and richness, enhancing the nutritional value and texture of the pancakes.
Role in formula: base
Original: eggs
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening. Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent, helping the pancakes rise, but is a common processed ingredient.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: leavening (sodium bicarbonate, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate)
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Is Sodium Aluminum Phosphate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Aluminum Phosphate is used here as leavening. Sodium aluminum phosphate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed additives in food.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: sodium aluminum phosphate
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Aluminum Phosphate
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Is Monocalcium Phosphate safe in this food?
Medium
Monocalcium Phosphate is used here as leavening. Monocalcium phosphate is used as a leavening agent, but its synthetic nature may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: monocalcium phosphate
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation due to potential health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Fructose safe in this food?
Medium
Fructose is used here as sweetener. Fructose is added for sweetness, but its presence alongside sugar raises concerns about overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: fructose
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture, but it is a processed ingredient with mixed safety assessments.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin
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Is Vitamin A Palmitate safe in this food?
Medium
Vitamin A Palmitate is used here as fortificant. Vitamin A palmitate is added for fortification, but its synthetic nature raises questions about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin A palmitate
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Is Reduced Iron safe in this food?
Medium
Reduced Iron is used here as fortificant. Reduced iron is included for fortification, but its synthetic form may not be as beneficial as natural sources.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: reduced iron
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Is Niacinamide safe in this food?
Medium
Niacinamide is used here as fortificant. Niacinamide is a synthetic form of vitamin B3 added for fortification, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: niacinamide
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Is Vitamin B6 safe in this food?
Medium
Vitamin B6 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B6 is included for fortification, but its synthetic form may not provide the same benefits as natural sources.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride)
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Is Vitamin B1 safe in this food?
Medium
Vitamin B1 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B1 is added for fortification, but its synthetic form may not be as beneficial as natural sources.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B1 (thiamin hydrochloride)
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Is Vitamin B2 safe in this food?
Medium
Vitamin B2 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B2 is included for fortification, but its synthetic form may not provide the same benefits as natural sources.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
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Is Vitamin B12 safe in this food?
Medium
Vitamin B12 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B12 is added for fortification, but its synthetic form may not be as beneficial as natural sources.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B12
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: 2436468
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Allergens detected: wheat , egg , soy
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