Is Nice & Rice Chips Sweet Chilli 70g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Haugen Gruppen AS
This page reviews Nice & Rice Chips Sweet Chilli 70g by Haugen Gruppen AS as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like maltodextrin and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial flavors and preservatives further impacts the safety assessment.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like maltodextrin and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial flavors and preservatives further impacts the safety assessment.
Main concern
Maltodextrin and sugar are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
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 rice and rice oil, which are minimally processed and provide a base for the chips.
- Sweet chili spice blend includes natural ingredients like garlic powder and chili powder, contributing flavor.
Concerns
- Maltodextrin and sugar are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
- Presence of soy lecithin as an emulsifier may indicate the use of processed additives.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Rice safe in this snack?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice serves as the primary ingredient, providing a natural base for the chips. It is minimally processed and generally safe.
Role in formula: base
Original: Ris
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Is Rice Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Rice Oil is used here as base. Rice oil is a natural oil used for frying, contributing to the texture and flavor of the chips without raising significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: riskliolje
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its high presence raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture and stability, but it may raise concerns due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maltodextrin
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor in the chips, and its use is common in snack foods, though excessive consumption should be monitored.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Chili Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Chili Powder is used here as flavor. Chili powder adds heat and flavor to the chips, derived from natural sources, contributing positively to the overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chilipulver
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder is a natural flavoring agent that enhances taste without raising significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hvitløkspulver
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but may raise concerns due to its processed nature and potential for MSG content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: gjærekstrakt
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor and preservation, derived from citrus fruits, but its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Sitronsyre (E330)
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed additive that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soyalectin (E322)
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: 4046510
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Allergens detected: soy
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