Is Mozzarella Sticks Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Gut Und Günstig
Mozzarella Sticks is a snack from Gut Und Günstig. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, Modified Corn Starch.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes mozzarella, modified starch, and various additives. Ingredients like sodium carboxymethylcellulose and modified starch raise concerns about processing and quality.
Main concern
Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a thickening agent 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 mozzarella, providing a dairy source that contributes to flavor and texture.
- Includes spices and herbs, which can enhance the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a thickening agent that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Modified starch is processed and may indicate a lower quality ingredient.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Mozzarella safe in this snack?
Good
Mozzarella is used here as base. Mozzarella is a semi-soft cheese that provides a rich flavor and creamy texture in this snack. Its dairy content is beneficial for taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mozzarella schnittfest
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is used as a solvent in the preparation of the filling and helps maintain moisture in the product.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Wasser
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Is Potato Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch acts as a thickening agent in the filling, providing texture but raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Kartoffelstärke
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Is Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is used here as thickener. Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that can raise concerns about artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Natrium-Carboxymethylcellulose
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose
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Is Spices safe in this snack?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the flavor profile of the mozzarella sticks, enhancing taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Bread Crumbs safe in this snack?
Medium
Bread Crumbs is used here as base. Bread crumbs provide a crunchy texture but are made from wheat flour, which may be a concern for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Paniermehl Weizenmehl
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils are used for frying, contributing to texture but may include processed oils that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: pflanzliche Öle
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is a processed ingredient that can indicate lower quality and raises concerns about additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Maisstärke
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is included in the dip, contributing sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars in processed foods.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Vinegar safe in this snack?
Good
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar adds acidity to the dip, enhancing flavor without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Branntweinessig
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used as a souring agent in the dip, which can raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel: Citronensäure
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: 3890325
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Allergens detected: wheat , milk
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