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Is Not Chicken Nuggets Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Notco

Notco's Not Chicken Nuggets is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes several processed ingredients like methyl cellulose and modified starches, which raise quality concerns. However, it also contains plant-based proteins, contributing to a moderate rating.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like methyl cellulose and modified starches, which raise quality concerns. However, it also contains plant-based proteins, contributing to a moderate rating.

Main concern

Methyl cellulose is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.

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 textured soy protein and fava bean protein isolate, providing plant-based protein sources.
  • Includes natural flavor and spices, enhancing taste without artificial additives.

Concerns

  • Methyl cellulose is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Modified corn and wheat starches are included, indicating a level of processing that can affect quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3467581

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Allergens detected: wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Notco — Not Chicken Nuggets 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, textured soy protein, soy protein isolate. See the Ingredients section above.
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.
Notco — Not Chicken Nuggets has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Notco products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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Notco — Not Chicken Nuggets 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.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like methyl cellulose and modified starches, which raise quality concerns. However, it also contains plant-based proteins, contributing to a moderate rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains textured soy protein and fava bean protein isolate, providing plant-based protein sources.; Includes natural flavor and spices, enhancing taste without artificial additives.. See the Pros section above.
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Notco — Not Chicken Nuggets has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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