Is Långur Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ikea
Långur is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Ikea. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition includes orange juice and carrot pulp, which are natural sources of flavor and nutrients. The presence of vitamin C and antioxidant E300 supports a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition includes orange juice and carrot pulp, which are natural sources of flavor and nutrients. The presence of vitamin C and antioxidant E300 supports a clean rating.
Main concern
The product contains added pulp and juice, which may indicate processing.
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 62% orange juice, providing a natural fruit flavor and beneficial compounds.
- Includes carrot pulp (15%) which adds natural sweetness and nutrients.
- Vitamin C is present, contributing to the overall nutritional profile.
- E300 (ascorbic acid) acts as an antioxidant, enhancing product stability.
Concerns
- The product contains added pulp and juice, which may indicate processing.
- E300, while an antioxidant, is a synthetic additive that raises some quality concerns.
- The presence of carrot juice and pulp may not appeal to all consumers.
- No additional fiber is present, which could limit the health benefits of the drink.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.
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Is Orange Juice safe in this soft drink?
Good
Orange Juice is used here as base. Orange juice is a natural source of flavor and vitamin C, contributing positively to the drink's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Χυμός πορτοκάλι
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Is Carrot Pulp safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carrot Pulp is used here as base. Carrot pulp adds natural sweetness and nutrients, enhancing the drink's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: πολτός καρότο
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Is Lotus Pulp safe in this soft drink?
Good
Lotus Pulp is used here as base. Lotus pulp provides unique flavor and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the drink.
Role in formula: base
Original: πολτός λωτού
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Is Carrot Juice safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carrot Juice is used here as base. Carrot juice adds flavor and nutrients, supporting the drink's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: χυμός καρότο
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Is Orange Cells safe in this soft drink?
Good
Orange Cells is used here as base. Orange cells enhance the drink's texture and provide additional flavor, contributing positively.
Role in formula: base
Original: κύτταρα πορτοκαλιού
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid is used as an antioxidant to preserve freshness, but it is a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: βιταμίνη C
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid (E300) helps maintain product stability but raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: αντιοξειδωτικό (E300)
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: 4057006
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