Is Pan Panchero Safe? Ingredient Analysis
San Gabriel
San Gabriel's Pan Panchero is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat, Preservative E282.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like hydrogenated vegetable fat and sodium benzoate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk powder indicates potential allergens.
Main concern
Hydrogenated vegetable fat raises concerns due to trans fat content.
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 fortified wheat flour, providing added iron and vitamins.
- Includes leavening agents for improved texture and rise in baked goods.
Concerns
- Hydrogenated vegetable fat raises concerns due to trans fat content.
- Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that may pose quality issues.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Fortified Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Fortified Wheat Flour is used here as base. Fortified wheat flour provides essential nutrients like iron and vitamins, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Harina de trigo fortificada (hierro, vitaminas)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but is a refined ingredient that can raise health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat safe in this snack?
Bad
Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat is used here as base. Hydrogenated vegetable fat is a processed fat that may contain trans fats, raising health concerns related to heart health.
Role in formula: base
Original: manteca vegetal hidrogenada
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as base. Tapioca starch is a processed carbohydrate that serves as a thickening agent but lacks nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: almidón de yuca
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is beneficial for preventing iodine deficiency, contributing positively to the product's safety.
Role in formula: base
Original: sal yodada
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Is Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but may pose allergen risks for those with dairy sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: leche en polvo
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Is Dry Yeast safe in this snack?
Good
Dry Yeast is used here as leavening agent. Dry yeast is a natural leavening agent that helps the dough rise, contributing positively to the product's texture.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: leudante (levadura seca)
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: lecitina de soya
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Is Emulsifier E471 safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifier E471 is used here as emulsifier. E471 is a synthetic emulsifier that helps maintain texture but raises concerns about processed additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsionante (SIN 471)
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Is Preservative E282 safe in this snack?
Bad
Preservative E282 is used here as preservative. E282 is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservante (SIN 282)
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: 3527058
More from this brand: San Gabriel products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk
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