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Is Limo Zitrone Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Paulaner

Limo Zitrone is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Paulaner. 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 Sugar affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sugar and citric acid, which raise concerns about high sugar content and acidity. The presence of stabilizers and antioxidants indicates processing.

Main concern

High sugar content from added sugar raises health 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 natural lemon juice, providing a fresh citrus flavor.
  • Ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant, helping to preserve freshness.
  • Natural flavors enhance the overall taste profile without artificial additives.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from added sugar raises health concerns.
  • Citric acid can contribute to acidity, which may affect dental health.
  • Use of stabilizers like carob bean gum indicates processing, which may lower quality perception.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.

  • Is Water safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing hydration and serving as a solvent for other components.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Wasser

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?

    Bad

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, contributing to high caloric content and potential health risks associated with excessive sugar intake.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Zucker

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Lemon Juice From Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Lemon Juice From Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds natural flavor and acidity, enhancing the drink's refreshing qualities.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Zitronensaft aus Zitronensaftkonzentrat

  • Is Orange Juice From Orange Juice Concentrate safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Orange Juice From Orange Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Orange juice contributes additional flavor complexity and natural sweetness to the beverage.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Orangensaft aus Orangensaftkonzentrat

  • Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Carbon Dioxide is used here as flavor. Carbon dioxide provides carbonation, enhancing the sensory experience of the drink.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Kohlensäure

    Read the full ingredient profile for Carbon Dioxide

  • Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?

    Medium

    Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance acidity and flavor, but excessive consumption can lead to dental erosion.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: Säuerungsmittel Citronensäure

    Read the full ingredient profile for Citric Acid

  • Is Lime Juice From Lime Juice Concentrate safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Lime Juice From Lime Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lime juice adds a zesty flavor, complementing the lemon and orange notes in the drink.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Limettensaft aus Limettensaftkonzentrat

  • 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 flavors enhance the overall taste but may raise concerns about the exact composition and sourcing.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: natürliches Zitronenaroma mit anderen natürlichen Aromen

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors

  • Is Carob Bean Gum safe in this soft drink?

    Medium

    Carob Bean Gum is used here as stabilizer. Carob bean gum is used as a stabilizer to maintain consistency, but it indicates processing which may affect perception of quality.

    Role in formula: stabilizer

    Original: Stabilisator Johannisbrotkernmehl

    Read the full ingredient profile for Carob Bean Gum

  • Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant, helping to preserve the drink's freshness and color.

    Role in formula: antioxidant

    Original: Antioxidationsmittel Ascorbinsäure

    Read the full ingredient profile for Ascorbic Acid

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: 3860963

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Frequently asked questions

This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, lemon juice from lemon juice concentrate, orange juice from orange juice concentrate. See the Ingredients section above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Paulaner — Limo Zitrone has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from added sugar raises health concerns.; Citric acid can contribute to acidity, which may affect dental health.; Use of stabilizers like carob bean gum indicates processing, which may lower quality perception.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains natural lemon juice, providing a fresh citrus flavor.; Ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant, helping to preserve freshness.; Natural flavors enhance the overall taste profile without artificial additives.. See the Pros section above.
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Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
The composition includes sugar and citric acid, which raise concerns about high sugar content and acidity. The presence of stabilizers and antioxidants indicates processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Paulaner — Limo Zitrone has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Paulaner products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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