Is Lite Soy Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Pearl River Bridge
Pearl River Bridge's Lite Soy Sauce is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. 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 Monosodium L Glutamate, Sulfur Dioxide, Disodium 5 Guanylate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium glutamate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of sugar and salt also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Monosodium l-glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer, raising quality 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 soybeans, providing a source of flavor and umami.
- Water serves as a base, contributing to the sauce's consistency.
- Potassium sorbate is effective at low concentrations for preservation.
Concerns
- Monosodium l-glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer, raising quality concerns.
- Sugar and salt content may contribute to a processed profile.
- Disodium guanylate and inosinate are synthetic additives that may not appeal to all consumers.
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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water acts as the primary solvent in this soy sauce, providing the necessary liquid base for the other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Soybeans safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Soybeans is used here as natural_extract. Soybeans are the main ingredient, contributing to the sauce's flavor and nutritional profile, indicating a natural source.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: soybeans
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can enhance flavor but raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive use can be a health concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as thickener. Wheat flour is used to thicken the sauce, but it may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: wheat flour
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Is Monosodium L Glutamate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Monosodium L Glutamate is used here as flavor. Monosodium l-glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that can raise concerns about artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: monosodium l-glutamate
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used in small amounts to inhibit microbial growth, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: potassium sorbate (less than 1/10 of 1% as a freservative)
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Is Sulfur Dioxide safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sulfur Dioxide is used here as preservative. Sulfur dioxide is a synthetic preservative that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sulfur dioxide as preservative
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Is Disodium 5 Guanylate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Disodium 5 Guanylate is used here as flavor. Disodium 5' guanylate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that may not be well-received by consumers preferring natural ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: disodium 5' guanylate & disodium 5' - inosinate
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Is Disodium 5 Inosinate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Disodium 5 Inosinate is used here as flavor. Disodium 5' - inosinate is another synthetic flavor enhancer that raises concerns about the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: disodium 5' - inosinate
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: 3411516
More from this brand: Pearl River Bridge products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat
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