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Is Orange Safe? Ingredient Analysis

River

This page reviews Orange by River as a soft drink. Its current score is 45/100, suggesting that it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Cyclamates, Acesulfame K.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as sweeteners (acesulfame-K, sucralose) and preservatives (potassium sorbate), raising significant quality concerns. The presence of sugar and artificial colors further detracts from its safety profile.

Main concern

Contains multiple sweeteners like acesulfame-K and sucralose, which are synthetic and raise health concerns.

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 6.5% orange juice from concentrate, providing some natural flavor.
  • Includes ascorbic acid (vitamin C) as an antioxidant, which can help preserve freshness.

Concerns

  • Contains multiple sweeteners like acesulfame-K and sucralose, which are synthetic and raise health concerns.
  • Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative indicates a highly processed product.
  • Includes artificial colorants (carotenes), which may not be desirable for health-conscious consumers.
  • High sugar content contributes to potential health risks associated with excessive sugar intake.

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 soft drink and why it matters.

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: 3859825

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Frequently asked questions

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as sweeteners (acesulfame-K, sucralose) and preservatives (potassium sorbate), raising significant quality concerns. The presence of sugar and artificial colors further detracts from its safety profile. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Our analysis notes: Contains 6.5% orange juice from concentrate, providing some natural flavor.; Includes ascorbic acid (vitamin C) as an antioxidant, which can help preserve freshness.. See the Pros section above.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
This product scores 45 / 100 mainly because of: Contains multiple sweeteners like acesulfame-K and sucralose, which are synthetic and raise health concerns.; Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative indicates a highly processed product.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Main concerns for this product: Contains multiple sweeteners like acesulfame-K and sucralose, which are synthetic and raise health concerns.; Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative indicates a highly processed product.. See the full list 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.
River — Orange has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More River products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
River — Orange has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.

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