Is Not Chori Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Notco
Notco's Not Chori 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Methylcellulose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like methylcellulose and natural flavoring, which raise quality concerns. The presence of soy and wheat gluten may also affect allergen sensitivity.
Main concern
Methylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about processed 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 pea protein and soy protein, which are good sources of plant-based protein.
- Includes natural ingredients like paprika oleoresin and beetroot for color, indicating some natural sourcing.
Concerns
- Methylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about processed additives.
- Natural flavoring is vague and may include undisclosed synthetic components, affecting transparency.
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.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this product, ensuring proper texture and consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Agua
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Is Vegetable Oil Soy And Sunflower safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oil Soy And Sunflower is used here as emulsifier. This blend of oils provides necessary fats for texture but may raise concerns due to processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: aceite vegetal (Soya y maravilla)
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Is Pea Protein safe in this food?
Good
Pea Protein is used here as base. Pea protein is a high-quality plant protein that contributes to the product's protein content and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteína de arveja
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Is Soy Protein safe in this food?
Good
Soy Protein is used here as base. Soy protein adds to the overall protein content and is a common ingredient in plant-based products.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteína de soya
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten provides structure and chewiness but may pose allergen risks for those with gluten sensitivity.
Role in formula: base
Original: gluten de trigo
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Is Methylcellulose safe in this food?
Bad
Methylcellulose is used here as thickener. Methylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about processed additives in food products.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: metilcelulosa
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Is Natural Flavoring safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring can enhance taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: saborizante natural
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Is Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: almidón de papa
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Is Bamboo Fiber safe in this food?
Good
Bamboo Fiber is used here as fiber. Bamboo fiber adds dietary fiber, which can aid digestion and improve texture in food products.
Role in formula: fiber
Original: fibra de bambú
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Is Wheat Fiber safe in this food?
Good
Wheat Fiber is used here as fiber. Wheat fiber contributes additional dietary fiber, enhancing the product's overall fiber content.
Role in formula: fiber
Original: fibra de trigo
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation, contributing to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Paprika Oleoresin safe in this food?
Good
Paprika Oleoresin is used here as colorant. Paprika oleoresin is a natural colorant that provides a vibrant hue without synthetic dyes.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: oleorresina de paprika
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Is Beetroot Red safe in this food?
Good
Beetroot Red is used here as colorant. Beetroot red is a natural colorant that enhances visual appeal without artificial additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: rojo de remolacha
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: 4108318
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Allergens detected: soy , wheat
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