Is Mayonnaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Heinz
Heinz'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 Calcium Disodium Edta.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This mayonnaise contains rapsöl (rapeseed oil) and pasteurized egg yolk, but also includes calcium disodium EDTA as a synthetic preservative, raising quality concerns.
Main concern
Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about 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
- Rapsöl is a common oil used in mayonnaise, providing a smooth texture and flavor.
- Pasteurized egg yolk contributes to the creamy consistency and traditional flavor of mayonnaise.
Concerns
- Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial additives.
- The presence of sugar and starch indicates some level of processing, which may affect overall quality.
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?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil serves as the primary fat source in this mayonnaise, contributing to its texture and flavor. However, it is a refined oil, which may raise some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is used as a solvent in this mayonnaise, helping to achieve the desired consistency without adding calories or significant flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Pasteurized Egg Yolk safe in this food?
Good
Pasteurized Egg Yolk is used here as base. Pasteurized egg yolk provides emulsification, essential for the creamy texture of mayonnaise, and adds richness to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasteurisiertes Eigelb
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as flavor. Distilled vinegar adds acidity and tanginess to the mayonnaise, balancing the richness of the oil and egg yolk.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Branntweinessig
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as flavor. Sugar is included to enhance the flavor profile, but its presence indicates some level of processing that may detract from overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zucker
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Is Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch acts as a thickening agent, helping to stabilize the mayonnaise's texture, but it is a processed ingredient that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stärke
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor and preserve the mayonnaise, contributing to its overall taste without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Mustard Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Mustard Seeds is used here as flavor. Mustard seeds add a distinctive flavor and slight spiciness to the mayonnaise, enhancing its overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Senfsamen
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the flavor complexity of the mayonnaise, providing a unique taste that differentiates it from other brands.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Calcium Disodium Edta safe in this food?
Bad
Calcium Disodium Edta is used here as preservative. Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative used to prevent spoilage. Its presence raises concerns about artificial additives in the product.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Antioxidationsmittel (Calcium-Dinatrium-EDTA)
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: 4009284
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Allergens detected: egg
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