Is Lemon Syrup Safe? Ingredient Analysis
E.Leclerc
Lemon Syrup is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for E.Leclerc. 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 Glucose Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Potassium Sorbate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes glucose-fructose syrup and sugar, which are processed sweeteners. Preservatives like E202 and stabilizers raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener, raising concerns about sugar content.
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 natural lemon juice (24%), providing some authentic flavor.
- Natural lemon flavoring enhances the citrus profile without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener, raising concerns about sugar content.
- E202 (potassium sorbate) is a synthetic preservative that may pose quality issues.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this food?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener used for its sweetness and viscosity. Its high sugar content raises concerns about health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sirop de glucose-fructose
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the syrup but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this syrup, ensuring the proper consistency and dilution of flavors.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Lemon Juice From Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Lemon Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice from concentrate provides a citrus flavor but may lack the freshness of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citron à base de concentrés
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice From Concentrate
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance acidity and preserve flavor, contributing positively to the product's safety profile.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E330
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Is Natural Lemon Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Lemon Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural lemon flavor adds to the product's taste profile but may be derived from various sources, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel de citron
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Is Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. This ingredient enhances the lemon flavor but the inclusion of other natural flavors may dilute the authenticity of the lemon taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel de citron avec autres arômes naturels
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this food?
Good
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant, helping to preserve the freshness of the syrup and prevent oxidation.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: E300
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this food?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth, raising concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E202
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Is Emulsifier E445 safe in this food?
Medium
Emulsifier E445 is used here as stabilizer. E445 is a stabilizer that helps maintain the consistency of the syrup but may raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: E445
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: 3703312
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