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Is Organic Salted Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Waitrose Duchy Organic

Organic Salted Butter is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Waitrose Duchy Organic. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

This product contains butter (milk) and salt, with a minimum fat content of 80%. The composition is simple and primarily consists of natural ingredients, supporting a clean rating.

85 / 100

Good quality

Why score is 85

This product contains butter (milk) and salt, with a minimum fat content of 80%. The composition is simple and primarily consists of natural ingredients, supporting a clean rating.

Main concern

Contains salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.

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

  • Butter is a natural dairy product, providing a rich flavor and texture.
  • Contains a high minimum fat content of 80%, indicating quality.
  • Salt enhances flavor without the use of artificial additives.
  • No synthetic preservatives or artificial ingredients detected.

Concerns

  • Contains salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.
  • The presence of a non-organic ingredient may concern some consumers.
  • Limited ingredient variety may not appeal to those seeking complex flavors.
  • Butter is high in saturated fat, which some may wish to limit.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.

  • Is Butter safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Butter is used here as base. Butter is a natural dairy product made from milk, providing a rich flavor and creamy texture. Its high fat content contributes to the overall quality of this product.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Butter (milk)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Butter

  • Is Salt safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance the flavor of the butter. It is a natural mineral that adds taste without the need for artificial flavorings.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: salt* (1.4%) *Approved non-organic ingredient

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

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: 3926169

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Butter is a natural dairy product, providing a rich flavor and texture.; Contains a high minimum fat content of 80%, indicating quality.; Salt enhances flavor without the use of artificial additives.. See the Pros section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Waitrose Duchy Organic — Organic Salted Butter has a Zerotox score of 85 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: butter, salt. See the Ingredients section above.
This product contains butter (milk) and salt, with a minimum fat content of 80%. The composition is simple and primarily consists of natural ingredients, supporting a clean rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Waitrose Duchy Organic — Organic Salted Butter has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 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.
This product is flagged for: Contains salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.; The presence of a non-organic ingredient may concern some consumers.; Limited ingredient variety may not appeal to those seeking complex flavors.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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.
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Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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