Liquid Water Enhancer Strawberry Watermelon product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Liquid Water Enhancer Strawberry Watermelon Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Hy-Vee

Liquid Water Enhancer Strawberry Watermelon is a soft drink from Hy-Vee. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This product contains several synthetic additives such as sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial color Red 40 further indicates a processed composition.

Main concern

Sucralose and acesulfame potassium are artificial sweeteners that raise concerns about synthetic 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

  • Contains citric acid, which can enhance flavor and provide acidity.
  • Includes vitamins B6 and B12, which are essential for energy metabolism.
  • Malic acid contributes to the tartness and flavor profile of the drink.
  • Potassium citrate may help in maintaining electrolyte balance.

Concerns

  • Sucralose and acesulfame potassium are artificial sweeteners that raise concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Red 40 is an artificial colorant linked to potential health concerns.
  • Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
  • The presence of sucrose acetate isobutyrate raises questions about its safety and necessity in the formulation.

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this soft drink so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3300972

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Frequently asked questions

Hy-Vee — Liquid Water Enhancer Strawberry Watermelon has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, gum arabic, vitamin B6. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains citric acid, which can enhance flavor and provide acidity.; Includes vitamins B6 and B12, which are essential for energy metabolism.; Malic acid contributes to the tartness and flavor profile of the drink.. See the Pros section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product is flagged for: Sucralose and acesulfame potassium are artificial sweeteners that raise concerns about synthetic additives.; Red 40 is an artificial colorant linked to potential health concerns.; Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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This product contains several synthetic additives such as sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial color Red 40 further indicates a processed composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Hy-Vee — Liquid Water Enhancer Strawberry Watermelon 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.
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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.
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.

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