Mustard product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Mustard Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Aldi Delikato

Mustard is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Aldi Delikato. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes water, mustard seeds, and distilled vinegar, but also contains sugar and salt, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes water, mustard seeds, and distilled vinegar, but also contains sugar and salt, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.

Main concern

Includes sugar, which is a processed ingredient that raises 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 mustard seeds, which provide flavor and potential health benefits.
  • Distilled vinegar acts as a natural preservative and enhances flavor.
  • Water is a primary ingredient, ensuring a smooth texture.
  • Spices like turmeric and coriander add flavor and may offer some benefits.

Concerns

  • Includes sugar, which is a processed ingredient that raises quality concerns.
  • Salt is present, which can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
  • The presence of multiple spices may indicate a lack of transparency in ingredient sourcing.
  • Overall, the mix of processed and natural ingredients affects the overall quality.

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

  • Is Water safe in this food?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this mustard, providing the necessary consistency and aiding in the blending of other ingredients.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Wasser

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Mustard Seeds safe in this food?

    Good

    Mustard Seeds is used here as flavor. Mustard seeds are the main flavoring agent, contributing to the characteristic taste and potential health benefits associated with mustard.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Senfsaaten

    Read the full ingredient profile for Mustard Seeds

  • Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but its processing raises some quality concerns.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: Branntweinessig

    Read the full ingredient profile for Distilled Vinegar

  • Is Salt safe in this food?

    Medium

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement, but excessive consumption can lead to health issues, raising concerns about its presence in this product.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Speisesalz

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is included to balance flavors, but its presence indicates a processed ingredient that may not align with health-conscious choices.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Zucker

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Turmeric safe in this food?

    Good

    Turmeric is used here as natural_extract. Turmeric is a spice that adds color and flavor, and it is known for its potential health benefits, contributing positively to the composition.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: Kurkuma

    Read the full ingredient profile for Turmeric

  • Is Coriander safe in this food?

    Good

    Coriander is used here as natural_extract. Coriander adds a unique flavor profile and is a natural ingredient that enhances the overall quality of the mustard.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: Koriander

    Read the full ingredient profile for Coriander

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: 3835499

More from this brand: Aldi Delikato products in Zerotox

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains mustard seeds, which provide flavor and potential health benefits.; Distilled vinegar acts as a natural preservative and enhances flavor.; Water is a primary ingredient, ensuring a smooth texture.. See the Pros section above.
Aldi Delikato — Mustard has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, mustard seeds, turmeric. 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.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Aldi Delikato — Mustard has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Aldi Delikato products. 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.
This product is flagged for: Includes sugar, which is a processed ingredient that raises quality concerns.; Salt is present, which can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.; The presence of multiple spices may indicate a lack of transparency in ingredient sourcing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Zerotox gives Aldi Delikato — Mustard 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Aldi Delikato — Mustard has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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