Is Mango & Lime Cider Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Somersby
Mango & Lime Cider is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Somersby. 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 Carmine affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and carmine, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Natural mango flavor is present, but overall, the mix of ingredients indicates moderate quality.
Main concern
Sugar is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
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
- Natural mango flavor contributes to the fruity taste, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
- Contains carbonation, which adds a refreshing quality to the drink.
Concerns
- Sugar is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
- Carmine is a synthetic colorant that may raise quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
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.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing the necessary liquid base for the cider. Its quality is essential for overall drink safety.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which enhances flavor but raises concerns about health implications from excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbon Dioxide is used here as base. Carbon dioxide is responsible for the drink's fizziness, contributing to its refreshing quality without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kohlensäure
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Is Natural Mango Flavor safe in this soft drink?
Good
Natural Mango Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural mango flavor enhances the cider's fruity profile, providing a pleasant taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Mangoaroma
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Is Other Natural Flavors safe in this soft drink?
Good
Other Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Other natural flavors complement the mango, contributing to a balanced taste profile without artificial components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mit anderen natürlichen Aromen
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Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance acidity and balance sweetness, but its processed nature raises moderate quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Sauching - Sure
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Is Carmine safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Carmine is used here as colorant. Carmine is a synthetic colorant that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature and potential allergenic properties.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Farbstoff Karmin
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: 3877471
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