Is Mix Familiar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Consum
Mix Familiar is a snack from Consum. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like E621 and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of fried components and flavor enhancers indicates a highly processed product.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like E621 and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of fried components and flavor enhancers indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Contains E621 (monosodium glutamate), a flavor enhancer that 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 peanuts and chickpeas, which provide some nutritional value and protein.
- Includes fried corn and rice semolina, contributing to texture and flavor.
Concerns
- Contains E621 (monosodium glutamate), a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Includes sugar and maltodextrin, which are processed ingredients that may not be ideal for health.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Fried Corn safe in this snack?
Medium
Fried Corn is used here as base. Fried corn provides a crunchy texture and flavor but is processed with oil and salt, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Maíz frito con sal (maíz, aceite de girasol, sal, potenciador de sabor: E621, azúcar)
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts are a source of protein and healthy fats, contributing positively to the snack's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: CACAHUETE repelado frito (CACAHUETE, sal y aceite de girasol)
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Is Barbecue Flavor Corn Extrudate safe in this snack?
Medium
Barbecue Flavor Corn Extrudate is used here as flavor. This ingredient adds flavor but contains multiple additives, including E621 and sugar, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrusionado maíz sabor barbacoa (sémola de maíz, sémola de arroz, azúcar, aceite de girasol, aroma barbacoa (aromas, aroma de humo, maltodextrina, sal, potenciadores del sabor E-621 y E-631))
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Is Fried Chickpeas safe in this snack?
Medium
Fried Chickpeas is used here as base. Fried chickpeas add protein and fiber but are processed with oil and salt, which may not be ideal for health.
Role in formula: base
Original: garbanzo frito (garbanzo, sal, aceite de girasol y harina de arroz)
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Is Raisins safe in this snack?
Good
Raisins is used here as base. Raisins provide natural sweetness and some nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasas
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: 4166004
More from this brand: Consum products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: soy , milk , tree_nuts
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