Is Mayonnaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cigalou
Mayonnaise is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Cigalou. 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 Modified Starch, Potassium Sorbate, Flavors affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This mayonnaise contains several processed ingredients like potassium sorbate as a preservative and sodium EDTA as an antioxidant, raising quality concerns. The presence of modified starch and artificial flavors further indicates a processed composition.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
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 vegetable oil (sunflower) as a primary ingredient, which is a common base for mayonnaise.
- Includes vinegar, which contributes to flavor and acts as a natural preservative.
- The use of guar gum and xanthan gum as stabilizers helps maintain texture and consistency.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
- Sodium EDTA is a synthetic antioxidant that may pose quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.
- Modified starch is a processed ingredient that can indicate lower quality compared to natural thickeners.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.
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Is Vegetable Oil Sunflower safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Vegetable Oil Sunflower is used here as base. Vegetable oil (sunflower) serves as the primary fat source in this mayonnaise, providing texture and mouthfeel. While generally acceptable, its refined nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Óleo vegetal (girassol)
Read the full ingredient profile for Vegetable Oil Sunflower
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient in mayonnaise, used to adjust consistency and texture. It poses no quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: água
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Is Vinegar Alcohol safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Vinegar Alcohol is used here as flavor. Alcohol vinegar adds acidity and flavor to the mayonnaise, contributing to its preservation and taste without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vinagre de álcool
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as flavor. Sugar is used to balance flavors in mayonnaise. While it enhances taste, its presence indicates some level of processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: açúcar
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is a common flavor enhancer and preservative in mayonnaise, contributing to taste without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Egg Yolk Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Egg Yolk Powder is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk powder acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water. Its powdered form indicates processing, which may affect quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: gema de ovo em pó
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Is Modified Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used to improve texture and stability but is a processed ingredient that raises quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amido modificado
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Is Mustard Flour safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Mustard Flour is used here as flavor. Mustard flour adds flavor and a slight tang to the mayonnaise, contributing positively to its taste profile without safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: farinha de mostarda
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity and enhance flavor. While it is a common ingredient, its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: regulador de acidez (ácido cítrico)
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Is Guar Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is a natural thickener that helps maintain texture. While generally acceptable, it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: goma de guar
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Xanthan gum is used to stabilize emulsions in mayonnaise. Its processed nature raises some concerns about overall quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: goma xantana
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that helps extend shelf life but raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservante (sorbato de potássio)
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Is Flavors safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. The term 'flavors' indicates the presence of artificial flavoring agents, which can raise quality and safety concerns due to their synthetic nature.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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Is Lemon Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Lemon Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon concentrate adds flavor and acidity to the mayonnaise. Its processed form may raise some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: concentrado de limão
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Is Sodium Edta safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sodium Edta is used here as antioxidant. Sodium EDTA is a synthetic antioxidant used to prevent rancidity. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about quality and safety.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxidante (EDTA de sódio e cálcio)
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for coloring and flavoring. While it is natural, its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: corante (extracto de pimentão)
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: 3998673
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