Is Mayonnaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Calve
Calve's Mayonnaise is reviewed here as a food. 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 E385.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This mayonnaise contains xanthan gum as a thickener and E385 as an antioxidant, indicating some processed components. The presence of sugar and natural flavors raises moderate concerns about overall composition quality.
Main concern
Includes sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a condiment.
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 natural ingredients like rapeseed oil and vinegar, contributing to a more authentic flavor profile.
- Xanthan gum serves as a thickener, providing a desirable texture without synthetic alternatives.
Concerns
- Includes sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a condiment.
- E385 (calcium disodium EDTA) is a synthetic antioxidant that may raise quality concerns due to its processed nature.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Good
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common base for mayonnaise, providing a smooth texture and mild flavor. It is generally considered a healthier oil option.
Role in formula: base
Original: Raapzaadolie
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient in mayonnaise, contributing to its consistency and helping to blend other components effectively.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Vinegar is used here as flavor. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor to mayonnaise, enhancing its taste and acting as a preservative.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: azijn
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this food?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk is crucial for emulsifying the oil and water, creating a stable mayonnaise texture. It also adds richness.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: EIGEEL
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as flavor. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be necessary in mayonnaise, raising concerns about added sugars in condiments.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: suiker
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Is Mustard safe in this food?
Good
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard contributes flavor and acts as an emulsifier, enhancing the overall taste profile of the mayonnaise.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mosterd (water, MOSTERDZAAD, azijn, zout, aroma, specerijen)
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, helping to maintain the product's freshness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a natural thickener that improves texture but may raise concerns due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: verdikkingsmiddel: xanthaangom
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Is E385 safe in this food?
Bad
E385 is used here as antioxidant. E385 (calcium disodium EDTA) is a synthetic antioxidant used to prevent rancidity, raising concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxidant E385
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavorings can enhance taste but may vary in quality and transparency regarding their exact composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natuurlijk aroma
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Is Carotene safe in this food?
Medium
Carotene is used here as colorant. Carotene is a natural colorant that provides a yellow hue to mayonnaise, but its processing level can vary.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: kleurstof: carotenen
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: 4201552
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Allergens detected: egg
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