Is Lime Jelly Crystals Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Greggs
Greggs's Lime Jelly Crystals is reviewed here as a dessert. 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 Sugar, Flavor, Tartrazine.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and gelatin, which are common in jelly products. However, the presence of artificial colors (E102, E142) raises quality concerns due to potential synthetic additives.
Main concern
Includes artificial colors (E102, E142), which are synthetic and may raise safety concerns.
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 gelatin, which provides the jelly's texture and is a common ingredient in confectionery.
- Food acid (E330) is used to enhance flavor and preserve the product's quality.
Concerns
- Includes artificial colors (E102, E142), which are synthetic and may raise safety concerns.
- High sugar content can be a concern for those monitoring sugar intake.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as base. Sugar is a primary ingredient providing sweetness but raises concerns due to high caloric content and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: base
Original: sugar
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Is Gelatin safe in this dessert?
Good
Gelatin is used here as base. Gelatin is derived from animal collagen and is essential for the jelly's structure, contributing positively to texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: gelatin (7%)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, commonly used in food products to provide tartness.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: food acid (330)
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as acidity regulator. Sodium citrate helps maintain pH balance in the product, though it is a processed ingredient with moderate concerns.
Role in formula: acidity regulator
Original: acidity regulator (331)
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Is Dextrose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness but is processed and can contribute to high sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Flavor safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavor is used here as flavor. The term 'flavor' is vague and may indicate artificial flavoring, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavour
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Is Tartrazine safe in this dessert?
Bad
Tartrazine is used here as colorant. Tartrazine (E102) is an artificial colorant linked to allergic reactions in some individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colours (102, 142)
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Is Green S safe in this dessert?
Bad
Green S is used here as colorant. Green S (E142) is another artificial colorant that may pose health risks and is associated with synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colours (102, 142)
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: 4260885
More from this brand: Greggs products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: wheat
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