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Is Naranja Agria Bitter Orange With Real Fruit Safe? Ingredient Analysis

El Mexicano

This page reviews Naranja Agria Bitter Orange With Real Fruit by El Mexicano as a soft drink. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Metabisulfite.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This product contains potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of citric acid and natural extracts like grapefruit indicates some quality ingredients.

Main concern

Potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are synthetic preservatives that 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 real orange juice concentrate, providing a natural fruit flavor.
  • Includes grapefruit extract, which may enhance the overall taste profile.
  • Citric acid acts as a natural acidulant, balancing the flavor.
  • Seville orange oil adds a distinct citrus aroma and flavor.

Concerns

  • Potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are synthetic preservatives that raise quality concerns.
  • Presence of EDTA, a chelating agent, indicates potential processing.
  • The use of artificial essence may detract from the natural quality.
  • High concentration of preservatives may affect overall product perception.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink 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: 3212890

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Frequently asked questions

Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, orange juice concentrate, Seville orange oil. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are synthetic preservatives that raise quality concerns.; Presence of EDTA, a chelating agent, indicates potential processing.; The use of artificial essence may detract from the natural quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
El Mexicano — Naranja Agria Bitter Orange With Real Fruit has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More El Mexicano products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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El Mexicano — Naranja Agria Bitter Orange With Real Fruit has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.
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.
This product contains potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of citric acid and natural extracts like grapefruit indicates some quality ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains real orange juice concentrate, providing a natural fruit flavor.; Includes grapefruit extract, which may enhance the overall taste profile.; Citric acid acts as a natural acidulant, balancing the flavor.. See the Pros section above.
El Mexicano — Naranja Agria Bitter Orange With Real Fruit has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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