Is Kiwi Strawberry Drink Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Great Value
Great Value's Kiwi Strawberry Drink Mix is reviewed here as a soft drink. 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 Pyridoxine Hydrochloride.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes natural flavors and pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B6). While natural flavors are generally acceptable, the presence of synthetic additives raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Natural flavors can be vague and may include synthetic components, raising transparency issues.
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
- Natural flavors contribute to the overall taste profile without artificial ingredients.
- Pyridoxine hydrochloride serves as a source of Vitamin B6, which is essential for various bodily functions.
Concerns
- Natural flavors can be vague and may include synthetic components, raising transparency issues.
- Pyridoxine hydrochloride is a synthetic form of Vitamin B6, which may not be as beneficial as natural sources.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are used to enhance the taste of this drink mix. However, their vague nature can include synthetic components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVORS
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Is Pyridoxine Hydrochloride safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride is used here as flavor. Pyridoxine hydrochloride is a synthetic form of Vitamin B6 added for nutritional purposes. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN
Read the full ingredient profile for Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
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: 3690587
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