Minis Fudge Iced Golden Cakes product image with 40/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Minis Fudge Iced Golden Cakes Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Entenmanns

Entenmanns's Minis Fudge Iced Golden Cakes is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 40/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Corn Syrup, Propylene Glycol.

40 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 40

The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives, including potassium sorbate and artificial colors like Yellow 5 and Red 40. These raise significant quality and safety concerns, indicating a highly processed composition.

Main concern

Presence of multiple artificial colors (Yellow 5, Red 40) raises concerns about synthetic 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 enriched bleached flour, providing some essential nutrients like iron and folic acid.
  • Includes vegetable oils, which can be a source of unsaturated fats.

Concerns

  • Presence of multiple artificial colors (Yellow 5, Red 40) raises concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid are synthetic preservatives that indicate a processed nature.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid sulfates
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3275307

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Allergens detected: milk , egg , wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Entenmanns — Minis Fudge Iced Golden Cakes has a Zerotox score of 40 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product scores 40 / 100 mainly because of: Presence of multiple artificial colors (Yellow 5, Red 40) raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid are synthetic preservatives that indicate a processed nature.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Entenmanns — Minis Fudge Iced Golden Cakes has a Zerotox safety score of 40 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Entenmanns products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Entenmanns — Minis Fudge Iced Golden Cakes has a Zerotox safety score of 40 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains enriched bleached flour, providing some essential nutrients like iron and folic acid.; Includes vegetable oils, which can be a source of unsaturated fats.. See the Pros section above.
The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives, including potassium sorbate and artificial colors like Yellow 5 and Red 40. These raise significant quality and safety concerns, indicating a highly processed composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: Presence of multiple artificial colors (Yellow 5, Red 40) raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid are synthetic preservatives that indicate a processed nature.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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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.
Main concerns for this product: Presence of multiple artificial colors (Yellow 5, Red 40) raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid are synthetic preservatives that indicate a processed nature.. See the full list above.

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