Is Mini Raspberry Rolls Safe? Ingredient Analysis
C-Tro-Bon
Mini Raspberry Rolls is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for C-Tro-Bon. 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 Glucose Syrup, Glucose Fructose Syrup, Potassium Sorbate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative also indicates a level of processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 raspberry puree (12%), providing natural fruit flavor and some fruit content.
- Natural flavors and fruit concentrates (carrot, blackcurrant) enhance taste without artificial additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that may raise quality and safety concerns.
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 snack.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the product's sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sucre
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Is Eggs safe in this snack?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs provide structure and moisture to the rolls, contributing positively to texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: _oeufs_
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a staple ingredient that provides structure but is a refined carbohydrate with limited nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de _froment_
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake and lacks nutritional value.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Raspberry Puree safe in this snack?
Good
Raspberry Puree is used here as flavor. Raspberry puree adds natural fruit flavor and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purée de framboise 12 %
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Is Glycerol safe in this snack?
Medium
Glycerol is used here as stabilizer. Glycerol is used as a stabilizer to maintain moisture but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety profiles.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisants (glycérol)
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that can lead to high sugar consumption and associated health risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose-fructose
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and acts as a solvent in the formulation, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient with potential allergens.
Role in formula: base
Original: _lait_ écrémé en poudre
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common fat source that provides moisture but is a refined oil with mixed health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Baking Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening agent. Baking powder is used for leavening, helping the rolls rise, but contains processed ingredients that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: poudre à lever (diphosphate disodique et carbonate acide de sodium)
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Is Gelling Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Gelling Agents is used here as stabilizer. Gelling agents like pectin and sodium alginate help maintain texture but are processed ingredients with mixed safety profiles.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: gélifiants (pectine et alginate de sodium)
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Is Acid Regulator safe in this snack?
Medium
Acid Regulator is used here as acidulant. Citric acid and sodium citrates are used to regulate acidity, enhancing flavor but are synthetic additives.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: correcteur d'acidité (acide citrique et citrates de sodium)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is essential for taste, contributing positively to the overall product quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: sel
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this snack?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety profiles.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: épaississant (gomme de xanthane)
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can be vague in origin and may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arômes naturels
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Is Fruit And Plant Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Fruit And Plant Concentrate is used here as flavor. Concentrates from carrot and blackcurrant provide natural flavor and color, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: concentré de fruits et de plantes (carotte, cassis)
Read the full ingredient profile for Fruit And Plant Concentrate
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Is Flavoring safe in this snack?
Medium
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is used to enhance taste but can be synthetic, raising concerns about quality and safety.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is used to stabilize emulsions but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety profiles.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiants (hydroxypropylméthylcellulose)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this snack?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservateur (sorbate de potassium)
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: 3774298
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Allergens detected: milk , egg
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