Is Mini-Burger Classic Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Scandia Food Frozen
Scandia Food Frozen's Mini-Burger Classic 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 Hydrolyzed Plant Protein, Flavor, Natural Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of modified starch also indicates processing.
Main concern
Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.
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 beef as a primary ingredient, providing a source of protein.
- Includes natural ingredients like tomatoes and onions in the sauce, enhancing flavor.
- The use of sourdough in the bun may contribute to a unique taste profile.
- Tomato sauce provides moisture and flavor, balancing the burger.
Concerns
- Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.
- Modified corn starch in ketchup indicates processing, which may affect quality.
- The presence of sugar in multiple components suggests a higher sweetness level.
- Hydrolyzed plant protein may raise concerns about processing and 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 Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient in the bun, providing structure. However, it is a refined ingredient, which may raise concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is essential for hydration and texture in the bun and other components, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Wasser
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Is Sourdough safe in this food?
Good
Sourdough is used here as natural_extract. Sourdough adds flavor and may enhance the texture of the bun, indicating a more traditional preparation method.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Sauerteig (enthält Weizen)
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is used for moisture and texture in the bun. While it is a common oil, it is processed and may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness in the bun and sauces, contributing to flavor but raising concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Milk Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder adds creaminess and flavor to the bun but is a processed ingredient, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milchpulver
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as natural_extract. Yeast is crucial for fermentation in the bun, contributing to its rise and texture, indicating a natural leavening process.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Hefe
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as buffer. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, playing a vital role in the overall taste of the burger.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Salz
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid is used as an antioxidant in the bun, helping to maintain freshness but is a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Antioxidationsmittel: Ascorbinsäure
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Is Enzymes safe in this food?
Medium
Enzymes is used here as enzyme. Enzymes are added to improve dough handling and texture, but their presence indicates processing, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: enzyme
Original: Enzyme (enthält Weizen)
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Is Beef safe in this food?
Good
Beef is used here as base. Beef is the primary protein source in the burger, providing essential nutrients and flavor, indicating a meat-based product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rindfleisch
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Is Rice Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch is used as a binder in the beef patty, contributing to texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Reisstärke
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance the flavor profile of the beef patty, contributing positively to the overall taste without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Hydrolyzed Plant Protein safe in this food?
Bad
Hydrolyzed Plant Protein is used here as flavor. Hydrolyzed plant protein is used for flavor enhancement but raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential quality issues.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hydrolysiertes Pflanzeneiweiß
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrolyzed Plant Protein
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Is Flavor safe in this food?
Bad
Flavor is used here as flavor. Flavor is a vague term that may indicate artificial or processed ingredients, raising concerns about quality and transparency.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma
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Is Spice Extract safe in this food?
Good
Spice Extract is used here as flavor. Spice extract contributes to flavor without raising significant concerns, indicating a more natural approach to seasoning.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürzextrakt
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Is Ketchup safe in this food?
Medium
Ketchup is used here as base. Ketchup adds moisture and flavor but contains sugar and modified starch, indicating processing and raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Ketchup
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used for texture in ketchup, indicating processing and raising concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Maisstärke
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Is Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor to the ketchup, contributing positively without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Weinessig
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used as a souring agent in ketchup, which is effective but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel: Citronensäure
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Bad
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors can be ambiguous and may include processed components, raising concerns about transparency and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliche Aromen
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoffe: Natriumbenzoat
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this food?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is another synthetic preservative that helps prevent spoilage but raises quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Kaliumsorbat
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds flavor and aroma to the sauce, contributing positively to the overall taste without raising concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebel
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Is Tomato safe in this food?
Good
Tomato is used here as base. Tomato provides moisture and flavor in the sauce, indicating a natural ingredient that enhances the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomate
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Is Mustard safe in this food?
Medium
Mustard is used here as base. Mustard adds flavor and acidity but may contain additives that raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Senf
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Is Mustard Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Mustard Seeds is used here as base. Mustard seeds are a natural ingredient that contributes to flavor and texture, indicating a more traditional preparation.
Role in formula: base
Original: Senfkörner
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance the flavor profile of the mustard, contributing positively to the overall taste without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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: 4037190
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Allergens detected: egg , sesame
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