Is Lemon Soda Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fonti Di Crodo
Fonti Di Crodo's Lemon Soda is reviewed here as a soft drink. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Potassium Sorbate, Sweeteners.
30 / 100
Why score is 30
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as E202 (potassium sorbate) as a preservative and E952, E954, E955 as sweeteners. These raise significant quality and safety concerns.
Main concern
Presence of multiple synthetic sweeteners (E952, E954, E955) raises concerns about artificial additives.
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 lemon juice provides a fresh flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Mineral water as a base ingredient contributes to a refreshing beverage experience.
Concerns
- Presence of multiple synthetic sweeteners (E952, E954, E955) raises concerns about artificial additives.
- Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative that may pose quality issues in terms of processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Mineral Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Natural Mineral Water is used here as base. Natural mineral water serves as the primary base, providing hydration and a refreshing quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Acqua minerale naturale "Fonti di Crodo-Lisiel"
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Is Lemon Juice safe in this soft drink?
Good
Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds a natural citrus flavor, enhancing the drink's taste and providing a refreshing profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: succo di limone
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Is Lemon Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Lemon Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice from concentrate is used for flavoring but may lack some fresh qualities compared to pure juice.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: succo di limone da concentrato
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice From Concentrate
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Is Polydextrose safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Polydextrose is used here as thickener. Polydextrose is a synthetic fiber used for texture but may raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fibra alimentare: polidestrosio
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Is Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural lemon flavoring enhances taste but may involve processing, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma naturale di limone con altri aromi naturali
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors
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Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbon Dioxide is used here as base. Carbon dioxide is used for carbonation, providing the fizzy texture characteristic of soft drinks.
Role in formula: base
Original: anidride carbonica
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E202
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Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acid that enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, generally considered safe.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acido citrico
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Is Sweeteners safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sweeteners is used here as sweetener. The presence of multiple synthetic sweeteners (E952, E954, E955) raises significant concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: edulcoranti (E952, E954, E955)
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: 4146361
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