Is Marinade Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Signature Kitchens
Marinade is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Signature Kitchens. 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 High Fructose Corn Syrup, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The marinade contains high fructose corn syrup and sodium benzoate, indicating a processed composition. While it includes natural flavors, the presence of preservatives raises quality concerns.
Main concern
High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about excessive 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 lemon juice concentrate, providing a natural acidity that enhances flavor.
- Includes spices, which can contribute to a more complex taste profile.
- Natural lemon flavor adds a citrus note, enhancing the overall flavor experience.
Concerns
- High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
- Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives that may indicate lower quality.
- Vegetable oil (soybean and/or canola) may be refined, raising concerns about processing.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this marinade, providing moisture and aiding in the distribution of flavors.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is High Fructose Corn Syrup safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
High Fructose Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: high fructose corn syrup
Read the full ingredient profile for High Fructose Corn Syrup
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, but excessive consumption can lead to health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate provides acidity and a fresh citrus flavor, contributing positively to the marinade's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lemon juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil (soybean and/or canola) serves as a fat source, but its refined nature raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oil (soybean oil and/or canola oil)
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar adds acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative, contributing positively to the marinade.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: distilled vinegar
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Is Modified Food Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Food Starch is used here as thickener. Modified food starch is used as a thickening agent, but its processed nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified food starch
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the flavor complexity of the marinade, enhancing its overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spices
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps maintain texture, but it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: xanthan gum
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Is Natural Lemon Flavor safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Natural Lemon Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural lemon flavor enhances the citrus profile, but its composition includes ethyl alcohol and propylene glycol, raising concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural lemon flavor (ethyl alcohol, water, propylene, glycol, and natural flavor)
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth and flavor complexity to the marinade, contributing positively to its taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion*
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative used to prevent spoilage, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sodium benzoate
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is another synthetic preservative that helps extend shelf life but raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: potassium sorbate
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can be vague in composition, raising questions about their quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Garlic Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic Oil is used here as flavor. Garlic oil adds a robust flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste of the marinade.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic oil
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Is Beta Carotene safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Beta Carotene is used here as colorant. Beta carotene is used for coloring, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: beta carotene (color)
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: 2394257
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