Is Mozzarella Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mondo Italiano
Mozzarella is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Mondo Italiano. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk and microbial rennet, which are acceptable. However, the presence of starch raises concerns about processing and quality.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes pasteurized cow's milk and microbial rennet, which are acceptable. However, the presence of starch raises concerns about processing and quality.
Main concern
Starch is included as an additive, which may indicate processing and lower quality.
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
- Pasteurized cow's milk is a common base for cheese, ensuring safety and quality.
- Microbial rennet is a vegetarian-friendly coagulant, making it suitable for a wider audience.
Concerns
- Starch is included as an additive, which may indicate processing and lower quality.
- The presence of salt raises concerns about sodium content and potential health implications.
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 dairy.
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Is Pasteurized Cow S Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Cow S Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized cow's milk serves as the primary ingredient, ensuring safety and quality in cheese production.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasteurisierte Kuhmilch
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive sodium can pose health risks.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Cheese Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Cheese Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Cheese cultures are essential for fermentation, contributing to flavor and texture development in mozzarella.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Käsereikulturen
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Is Microbial Rennet safe in this dairy?
Good
Microbial Rennet is used here as coagulant. Microbial rennet is a vegetarian coagulant used in cheese making, ensuring a broader appeal for consumers.
Role in formula: coagulant
Original: mikrobielles Lab
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Is Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickening agent, which may indicate a processed nature and could affect texture.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stärke
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: 3896265
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Allergens detected: milk
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