Is Layer Cake in 3 Parts 370 g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Baxt-As
Layer Cake in 3 Parts 370 g is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Baxt-As. 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 Preservative E202 E281 affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several additives such as E202 (potassium sorbate) and E475 (polyglycerol esters), indicating a processed product with mixed quality concerns. The presence of multiple emulsifiers and stabilizers raises questions about overall ingredient integrity.
Main concern
Contains multiple emulsifiers (E475, E471, E481) which may raise concerns about 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 egg, which provides structure and moisture to the cake.
- Includes tapioca starch, a gluten-free alternative that can enhance texture.
- Uses stabilizers like E341 (calcium phosphate) that can improve product consistency.
- Incorporates natural flavoring (vanillin) for enhanced taste.
Concerns
- Contains multiple emulsifiers (E475, E471, E481) which may raise concerns about processing.
- Includes preservatives (E202, E281) that indicate a longer shelf life but may affect quality.
- Presence of several thickeners (E461, E407a, E410, E412) suggests a highly processed product.
- Glycose powder may contribute to overall sweetness without nutritional benefits.
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 snack.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient providing structure and bulk to the cake. It is a staple in baking, contributing essential carbohydrates.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hvetemel
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the cake, enhancing flavor. However, its high content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and lack of nutritional value.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Egg safe in this snack?
Good
Egg is used here as base. Eggs provide moisture, richness, and act as a binding agent in the cake, contributing to its overall texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: egg
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is used to improve texture and stability in baked goods. It is processed but can enhance the cake's mouthfeel.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: hvetestivelse
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Is Stabilizer E422 E341 safe in this snack?
Medium
Stabilizer E422 E341 is used here as stabilizer. E422 (glycerol esters) and E341 (calcium phosphate) are used to maintain texture and prevent separation. Their presence indicates processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisator (E422, E341)
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Is Emulsifiers E475 E471 E481 safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifiers E475 E471 E481 is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help blend ingredients and improve texture. However, their synthetic nature raises concerns about overall ingredient quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgatorer (E475, E471, E481)
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Is Raising Agent E450 E500 Contains Wheat E503ii safe in this snack?
Medium
Raising Agent E450 E500 Contains Wheat E503ii is used here as leavening agent. These raising agents are essential for the cake's rise. However, their processed nature may affect the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: hevemiddel ((E450, E500 inneholder hvete), E503ii)
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Is Glucose Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Glucose Powder is used here as sweetener. Glucose powder adds sweetness and moisture but lacks nutritional benefits, contributing to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glykosepulver
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness in baked goods, playing a crucial role in overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Thickening Agent E461 E407a E410 E412 safe in this snack?
Medium
Thickening Agent E461 E407a E410 E412 is used here as thickener. These thickeners improve texture and stability but indicate a processed composition, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fortykningsmiddel (E461, E407a, E410, E412)
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is a fundamental ingredient in baking, providing moisture and aiding in the mixing of dry ingredients.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: vann
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Is Preservative E202 E281 safe in this snack?
Bad
Preservative E202 E281 is used here as preservative. E202 (potassium sorbate) and E281 (sodium propionate) are synthetic preservatives used to extend shelf life but raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmiddel (E202, E281)
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Is Aroma Contains Vanillin safe in this snack?
Medium
Aroma Contains Vanillin is used here as flavor. Vanillin is a flavoring agent that enhances taste but is synthetic, which may affect the perception of ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma (inneholder vanilin)
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Is Acid Regulator E330 safe in this snack?
Medium
Acid Regulator E330 is used here as acidulant. E330 (citric acid) is used to regulate acidity and enhance flavor. While common, it is a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhetsregulerende middel (E330)
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Tapioca starch is used for texture improvement and moisture retention. It is a processed ingredient but can enhance the cake's quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: tapiokastivelse
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: 4046881
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Allergens detected: wheat , egg
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