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Is Mozzarella Half Fat Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Mondo Italiano

This page reviews Mozzarella Half Fat by Mondo Italiano as a dairy. Its current score is 84/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk and citric acid as an acidulant. While the presence of lactic acid bacteria cultures is beneficial, the use of microbial rennet raises some concerns about processing methods.

84 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 84

The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk and citric acid as an acidulant. While the presence of lactic acid bacteria cultures is beneficial, the use of microbial rennet raises some concerns about processing methods.

Main concern

Microbial rennet is a processed ingredient, which may raise 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 pasteurized cow's milk, a good source of calcium and protein.
  • Lactic acid bacteria cultures contribute to flavor and texture, enhancing quality.
  • Citric acid serves as an acidulant, aiding in the cheese-making process.
  • Lower fat content compared to regular mozzarella, making it a lighter option.

Concerns

  • Microbial rennet is a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
  • Presence of salt may not be suitable for those monitoring sodium intake.
  • The use of acidulants can indicate a more processed product.
  • Contains milk, which may pose allergen risks for lactose-intolerant individuals.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dairy and why it matters.

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: 3896059

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Mondo Italiano — Mozzarella Half Fat has a Zerotox score of 84 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
Mondo Italiano — Mozzarella Half Fat has a Zerotox safety score of 84 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Mondo Italiano products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: pasteurized cow's milk, lactic acid bacteria cultures. See the Ingredients section above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains pasteurized cow's milk, a good source of calcium and protein.; Lactic acid bacteria cultures contribute to flavor and texture, enhancing quality.; Citric acid serves as an acidulant, aiding in the cheese-making process.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Microbial rennet is a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.; Presence of salt may not be suitable for those monitoring sodium intake.; The use of acidulants can indicate a more processed product.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk and citric acid as an acidulant. While the presence of lactic acid bacteria cultures is beneficial, the use of microbial rennet raises some concerns about processing methods. 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.
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Mondo Italiano — Mozzarella Half Fat has a Zerotox safety score of 84 / 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.
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