Is Navel Oranges Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Kings River
Kings River's Navel Oranges is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 85/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition of Navel Oranges includes natural fruit and a food-grade wax for freshness. The use of vegetable-beeswax indicates minimal processing, supporting a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition of Navel Oranges includes natural fruit and a food-grade wax for freshness. The use of vegetable-beeswax indicates minimal processing, supporting a clean rating.
Main concern
The presence of wax may raise concerns for those preferring uncoated produce.
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
- Navel oranges are a natural fruit, providing essential nutrients and hydration.
- Coated with food-grade vegetable-beeswax, which helps maintain freshness without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- The presence of wax may raise concerns for those preferring uncoated produce.
- Lac-resin based wax is less common and may not be preferred by all consumers.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Navel Oranges safe in this food?
Good
Navel Oranges is used here as base. Navel oranges are a natural fruit providing hydration and essential vitamins. Their inclusion supports a clean rating due to minimal processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: NAVEL ORANGES
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Is Food Grade Vegetable Beeswax safe in this food?
Medium
Food Grade Vegetable Beeswax is used here as coating. Food grade vegetable-beeswax is used to maintain freshness of the fruit. While it is a natural coating, some consumers may prefer uncoated options.
Role in formula: coating
Original: COATED WITH FOOD GRADE VEGETABLE-BEESWAX
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Is Lac Resin Based Wax safe in this food?
Medium
Lac Resin Based Wax is used here as coating. Lac-resin based wax is used for freshness preservation. Its use is less common and may not align with all consumer preferences for natural products.
Role in formula: coating
Original: LAC - RESIN BASED WAX
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: 3437380
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