Ketchup Flavored Potato Chips product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Ketchup Flavored Potato Chips Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Trader Joe's

Ketchup Flavored Potato Chips is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Trader Joe'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 Sugar, Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The ingredient composition includes maltodextrin and natural flavors, which raise concerns about processing and quality. The presence of sugar and artificial color paprika oleoresin also indicates a processed product.

Main concern

Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that raises concerns about its impact on 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

  • Potatoes are the primary ingredient, providing a natural base for the chips.
  • Sunflower oil is a common frying oil, generally considered acceptable for cooking.
  • Tomato powder contributes flavor and is a recognizable ingredient.
  • Vinegar powder adds tanginess, enhancing the overall taste profile.

Concerns

  • Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that raises concerns about its impact on health.
  • Natural flavors can be ambiguous, as they may include various additives not disclosed.
  • Sugar is present, which can contribute to excessive sweetness in savory snacks.
  • Paprika oleoresin is an artificial colorant, indicating the use of synthetic additives.

Ingredients breakdown

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

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: 3326527

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Frequently asked questions

Trader Joe's — Ketchup Flavored Potato Chips has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
Trader Joe's — Ketchup Flavored Potato Chips 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.
Trader Joe's — Ketchup Flavored Potato Chips has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Trader Joe's 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.
The ingredient composition includes maltodextrin and natural flavors, which raise concerns about processing and quality. The presence of sugar and artificial color paprika oleoresin also indicates a processed product. 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.
Zerotox gives Trader Joe's — Ketchup Flavored Potato Chips a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: potatoes, tomato powder, salt. See the Ingredients section above.
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This product is flagged for: Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that raises concerns about its impact on health.; Natural flavors can be ambiguous, as they may include various additives not disclosed.; Sugar is present, which can contribute to excessive sweetness in savory snacks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Potatoes are the primary ingredient, providing a natural base for the chips.; Sunflower oil is a common frying oil, generally considered acceptable for cooking.; Tomato powder contributes flavor and is a recognizable ingredient.. See the Pros section above.

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