Is Mocha Latte Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Super Coffee
Super Coffee's Mocha Latte is reviewed here as a soft drink. 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 Dipotassium Phosphate, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Sucralose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The Mocha Latte contains several processed ingredients like sucralose and sodium hexametaphosphate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk protein isolate adds some nutritional value but also indicates processing.
Main concern
Sucralose is an artificial sweetener 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 coffee and cocoa powder, providing a rich flavor profile.
- Includes milk protein isolate, which can contribute to protein content.
- Inulin is a prebiotic fiber that may support digestive health.
- Natural flavors enhance taste without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Sodium hexametaphosphate is a synthetic compound used as a preservative, indicating processing.
- Gellan gum is a thickener that may not appeal to those preferring minimal processing.
- Dipotassium phosphate is a synthetic ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
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 soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this drink, essential for dissolving other ingredients and providing hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Coffee safe in this soft drink?
Good
Coffee is used here as flavor. Coffee provides the main flavor and caffeine content, contributing positively to the drink's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: COFFEE
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Is Milk Protein Isolate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Milk Protein Isolate is used here as base. Milk protein isolate adds protein content but is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK PROTEIN ISOLATE
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Is Inulin safe in this soft drink?
Good
Inulin is used here as natural_extract. Inulin is a prebiotic fiber that can support digestive health, adding a beneficial component to the drink.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: INULIN
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance the taste profile but can vary in quality and processing, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVORS
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Is Mct Oil safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Mct Oil is used here as base. MCT oil is a processed fat that may provide quick energy but raises concerns about processing and sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: MCT OIL
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this soft drink?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds flavor and potential antioxidant benefits, contributing positively to the drink's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI)
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Is Dipotassium Phosphate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Dipotassium Phosphate is used here as preservative. Dipotassium phosphate is a synthetic compound used as a preservative, raising concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE
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Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sodium Hexametaphosphate is used here as preservative. Sodium hexametaphosphate is a synthetic ingredient that serves as a preservative, indicating a highly processed product.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Hexametaphosphate
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Is Sucralose safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sucralose is used here as sweetener. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential health effects.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUCRALOSE
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Is Gellan Gum safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Gellan Gum is used here as thickener. Gellan gum is a thickener that may not appeal to those preferring minimal processing, though it is generally regarded as safe.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: GELLAN GUM
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Is Salt safe in this soft drink?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in many food products, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Niacinamide safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Niacinamide is used here as nutrient. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is included for its nutritional benefits, though it is a synthetic form of the vitamin.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3)
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Is Pyridoxine Hydrochloride safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride is used here as nutrient. Pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) is a synthetic form of the vitamin, added for nutritional value.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6)
Read the full ingredient profile for Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
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Is Cyanocobalamin safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Cyanocobalamin is used here as nutrient. Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) is a synthetic vitamin added for nutritional benefits, raising concerns about sourcing.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: CYANOCOBALAMIN (VITAMIN B12)
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Is Milk safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk adds creaminess and flavor but is a common allergen and raises concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK
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: 3442895
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Allergens detected: milk
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