Is New Century Snacks, Salted Peanuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis
New Century Snacks
New Century Snacks, Salted Peanuts is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for New Century Snacks. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition of salted peanuts includes peanuts and vegetable oil, with salt added for flavor. The presence of natural ingredients supports a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition of salted peanuts includes peanuts and vegetable oil, with salt added for flavor. The presence of natural ingredients supports a clean rating.
Main concern
Vegetable oil may raise concerns due to its potential for being highly processed, depending on the source.
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
- Peanuts are a natural source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall quality.
- Vegetable oil, while processed, is derived from natural sources, indicating moderate processing.
- No artificial preservatives or colors are present, enhancing the product's clean profile.
- The ingredient list is straightforward, indicating minimal processing and transparency.
Concerns
- Vegetable oil may raise concerns due to its potential for being highly processed, depending on the source.
- The unspecified nature of the vegetable oil blend could introduce variability in quality.
- Salt content may be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake, though not specified.
- Potential allergen presence due to peanuts and possible cross-contamination with other oils.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts are a natural source of protein and healthy fats, providing essential nutrients and contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Peanuts
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil is used for frying and enhancing texture. Its quality depends on the specific oils used, which may vary.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oil (may contain one or more of the following: peanut, canola, sunflower and/or soybean oil)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement. While it is a common ingredient, excessive consumption can be a concern for some individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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: 3397470
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Allergens detected: peanut
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