Is Paprika Cream Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Allos
Allos's Paprika Cream is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 75/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several natural ingredients like red pepper and almond paste, but also contains processed components like coconut fat and agave syrup, which raise some quality concerns.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes several natural ingredients like red pepper and almond paste, but also contains processed components like coconut fat and agave syrup, which raise some quality concerns.
Main concern
Coconut fat is a processed ingredient that may 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 organic red pepper (22%) which adds flavor and color.
- Almond paste (12%) provides a creamy texture and nutty flavor.
- Includes plant-based protein from sunflower seeds, enhancing nutritional value.
- Uses natural thickener (guar gum) instead of synthetic alternatives.
Concerns
- Coconut fat is a processed ingredient that may raise health concerns.
- Agave syrup is a processed sweetener that can have high fructose content.
- Contains modified starch, which is a processed thickening agent.
- Includes lactic acid as an acidulant, which is synthetic and raises quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this cream, providing moisture and a base for other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Red Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Red Pepper is used here as flavor. Red pepper (22%) contributes natural flavor and color, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: rote Paprika
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Is Almond Paste safe in this food?
Good
Almond Paste is used here as base. Almond paste (12%) adds creaminess and a nutty flavor, providing a rich texture to the cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandelmus
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this food?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat is used for its creamy texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosfett
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Is Corn Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch acts as a thickening agent, providing desired consistency but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maisstärke
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Is Plant Protein From Sunflower Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Plant Protein From Sunflower Seeds is used here as base. Plant protein from sunflower seeds enhances the nutritional profile, contributing to the cream's texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: pflanzliches Eiweiß aus Sonnenblumenkernen
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used for its emulsifying properties but is a refined oil that may raise some health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Agave Syrup safe in this food?
Medium
Agave Syrup is used here as sweetener. Agave syrup is a sweetener that can have high fructose content, raising concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Agavendicksaft
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste adds depth of flavor and color, enhancing the overall taste of the cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomatenmark
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for seasoning, enhancing flavor without the concerns associated with synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Meersalz
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid serves as an acidulant, providing tanginess but is a synthetic ingredient that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel: Milchsäure
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder adds flavor complexity, enhancing the overall taste profile of the cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebelpulver
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Is Guar Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is a natural thickener that improves texture but is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel: Guarkernmehl
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Is Sweet Paprika safe in this food?
Good
Sweet Paprika is used here as flavor. Sweet paprika (0.2%) enhances flavor and color, contributing to the overall appeal of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Paprika edelsüß
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder adds a savory flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Knoblauchpulver
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper contributes spiciness and depth of flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Pfeffer schwarz
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: 3824446
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Allergens detected: almond
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