Med Pass 2.0 (Reduced Sugar) Vanilla product image with 30/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Med Pass 2.0 (Reduced Sugar) Vanilla Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Hormel

Med Pass 2.0 (Reduced Sugar) Vanilla is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Hormel. The product scores 30/100 in Zerotox, meaning it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Benzoate, Carrageenan, Sucralose affect the overall evaluation.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The product contains several synthetic additives such as sucralose and carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. Additionally, preservatives like sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate indicate a highly processed composition.

Main concern

Presence of synthetic sweetener sucralose raises concerns about artificial additives in the product.

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 ultra-filtered milk, which is lactose-free and may be easier to digest for some individuals.
  • Includes a mineral premix that provides essential minerals like magnesium and zinc.

Concerns

  • Presence of synthetic sweetener sucralose raises concerns about artificial additives in the product.
  • Carrageenan is included, which has been associated with digestive issues in some individuals.

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 food.

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: 3346532

More from this brand: Hormel products in Zerotox

Similar products: food in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , soy

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Zerotox gives Hormel — Med Pass 2.0 (Reduced Sugar) Vanilla 30 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Hormel — Med Pass 2.0 (Reduced Sugar) Vanilla has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Hormel products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: milk, soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Hormel — Med Pass 2.0 (Reduced Sugar) Vanilla has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Main concerns for this product: Presence of synthetic sweetener sucralose raises concerns about artificial additives in the product.; Carrageenan is included, which has been associated with digestive issues in some individuals.. See the full list above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: ultra-filtered milk, water. See the Ingredients section above.

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