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Is Oreo Original Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Oreo Original is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox. 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 Fractionated Fat, Nature Identical Flavouring Substances affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

Oreo Original contains refined wheat flour and sugar, along with fractionated fat and emulsifier. The presence of synthetic additives raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.

Main concern

Refined wheat flour is a processed ingredient that lacks the nutritional benefits of whole grains.

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 cocoa solids, providing a chocolate flavor that enhances the product's appeal.
  • Includes leavening agents which contribute to the texture and structure of the cookies.

Concerns

  • Refined wheat flour is a processed ingredient that lacks the nutritional benefits of whole grains.
  • Fractionated fat raises concerns due to its processing and potential health implications.

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 snack.

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: 4091935

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: wheat , sulphite , soy

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Browse snack products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis.
Oreo Original 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.
Oreo Original has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
We detected: wheat, sulphite, soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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 cocoa solids, providing a chocolate flavor that enhances the product's appeal.; Includes leavening agents which contribute to the texture and structure of the cookies.. See the Pros section above.
Oreo Original contains refined wheat flour and sugar, along with fractionated fat and emulsifier. The presence of synthetic additives raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Oreo Original a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. 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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: cocoa solids, iodised salt. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Refined wheat flour is a processed ingredient that lacks the nutritional benefits of whole grains.; Fractionated fat raises concerns due to its processing and potential health implications.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.