Is Old Fashioned Potato Salad Safe? Ingredient Analysis
King Soopers
King Soopers's Old Fashioned Potato Salad 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 mayonnaise with soybean oil and high fructose corn syrup, which raises concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of calcium disodium EDTA as a preservative also indicates a synthetic component, affecting overall quality and safety assessment.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes mayonnaise with soybean oil and high fructose corn syrup, which raises concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of calcium disodium EDTA as a preservative also indicates a synthetic component, affecting overall quality and safety assessment.
Main concern
High fructose corn syrup in mayonnaise and sweet pickle raises concerns about added sugars.
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 potatoes, a natural ingredient providing a base for the salad.
- Mayonnaise includes egg yolks, contributing to texture and flavor.
Concerns
- High fructose corn syrup in mayonnaise and sweet pickle raises concerns about added sugars.
- Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative that may not align with clean eating preferences.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Potatoes safe in this food?
Good
Potatoes is used here as base. Potatoes serve as the primary ingredient, providing a natural and wholesome base for the salad. They are minimally processed and contribute essential nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: POTATOES
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Is Mayonnaise safe in this food?
Medium
Mayonnaise is used here as emulsifier. Mayonnaise is a mixture of soybean oil, egg yolks, and vinegar, providing creaminess. However, it contains high fructose corn syrup, raising concerns about added sugars and processed ingredients.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, EGG YOLKS, VINEGAR, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SALT, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA [PRESERVATIVE])
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Is Sweet Pickle safe in this food?
Medium
Sweet Pickle is used here as flavor. Sweet pickle adds flavor and texture to the salad. However, it also contains high fructose corn syrup, which raises concerns about excessive sugar content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SWEET PICKLE (CUCUMBERS, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, DISTILLED VINEGAR, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: SALT, XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM)
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: 2359736
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Allergens detected: egg
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