Is Mandarin Orange Stir-Fry Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Simply Asia
Mandarin Orange Stir-Fry Sauce is a sauce condiment from Simply Asia. 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 Sugar, Modified Corn Starch.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and modified corn starch, which raise concerns about high sugar content and processing. Xanthan gum and hydrolyzed soy protein are also present, indicating a mix of natural and processed ingredients.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and plum sauce may raise concerns for those monitoring sugar intake.
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 soy sauce, which adds umami flavor and is a traditional ingredient in Asian cuisine.
- Includes orange juice concentrate, providing a natural citrus flavor that enhances the sauce.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and plum sauce may raise concerns for those monitoring sugar intake.
- Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may not appeal to those seeking natural ingredients.
Who should avoid this product?
This sauce condiment may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this sauce condiment so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns with excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a base for the sauce, providing necessary moisture without adding calories or concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds depth of flavor but contains sodium, which may be a concern for those monitoring salt intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Soy sauce (water, salt, soybean, wheat)
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Is Plum Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Plum Sauce is used here as flavor. Plum sauce contributes sweetness and flavor complexity but also adds sugar, raising concerns about overall sugar content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Plum sauce (sugar, plum, water, extract of orange peel and liquorice, citric acid, sodium citrate, salt, xanthan gum, caramel color)
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Is Acetic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Acetic Acid is used here as acidulant. Acetic acid is used for acidity and flavor enhancement, but its synthetic nature may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Acetic acid
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Is Pineapple Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Pineapple Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Pineapple juice concentrate adds natural sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the sauce's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Pineapple juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Pineapple Juice Concentrate
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may not align with preferences for natural ingredients, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified corn starch
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Is Hydrolyzed Soy Protein safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein is used here as flavor. Hydrolyzed soy protein enhances flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Hydrolyzed soy protein
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Is Tomato safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato is used here as flavor. Tomato adds natural flavor and color, contributing positively to the sauce's overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomato
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but contributes to sodium content, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Orange Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Orange Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Orange juice concentrate provides natural sweetness and citrus flavor, enhancing the sauce's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Orange juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Orange Juice Concentrate
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth of flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onion
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Is Autolyzed Yeast Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Autolyzed Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Autolyzed yeast extract enhances umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Autolyzed yeast extract
Read the full ingredient profile for Autolyzed Yeast Extract
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity and flavor enhancement, but its synthetic nature may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citric acid
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may not align with natural preferences.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan gum
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: 3481184
More from this brand: Simply Asia products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: soy , wheat
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