Non-Dairy Almond Milk product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Non-Dairy Almond Milk Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Higher Harvest by H E B

Non-Dairy Almond Milk is one of the plant milk products analyzed by Zerotox for Higher Harvest by H E B. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Gellan Gum, Xanthan Gum affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This almond milk contains ingredients like cane syrup and gellan gum, which raise concerns about added sugars and synthetic thickeners. The presence of tricalcium phosphate as a calcium source is notable but also indicates processing.

Main concern

Cane syrup adds sweetness, raising concerns about added sugars in the product.

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

  • Almond milk base provides a dairy alternative, suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
  • Contains vitamin D2 and vitamin A palmitate, which can help in nutrient fortification.
  • D-alpha tocopherol (vitamin E) is included, offering antioxidant properties.

Concerns

  • Cane syrup adds sweetness, raising concerns about added sugars in the product.
  • Gellan gum and xanthan gum are synthetic thickeners that may not appeal to those preferring natural ingredients.
  • Tricalcium phosphate is a processed calcium source, which may not be as beneficial as whole food sources.

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 plant milk.

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: 3182037

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Similar products: plant_milk in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: almond

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Our analysis notes: Almond milk base provides a dairy alternative, suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.; Contains vitamin D2 and vitamin A palmitate, which can help in nutrient fortification.; D-alpha tocopherol (vitamin E) is included, offering antioxidant properties.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Cane syrup adds sweetness, raising concerns about added sugars in the product.; Gellan gum and xanthan gum are synthetic thickeners that may not appeal to those preferring natural ingredients.; Tricalcium phosphate is a processed calcium source, which may not be as beneficial as whole food sources.. 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Higher Harvest by H E B — Non-Dairy Almond Milk has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Higher Harvest by H E B products. 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 almond milk contains ingredients like cane syrup and gellan gum, which raise concerns about added sugars and synthetic thickeners. The presence of tricalcium phosphate as a calcium source is notable but also indicates processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Higher Harvest by H E B — Non-Dairy Almond Milk 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.
We detected: almond. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Higher Harvest by H E B — Non-Dairy Almond Milk has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among plant milk products. See the full breakdown above.

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