Parmigiano Reggiano product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Parmigiano Reggiano Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Mondo Italiano Netto

Parmigiano Reggiano is a dairy from Mondo Italiano Netto. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes cow's milk, salt, and animal rennet. The presence of animal rennet raises concerns about sourcing and processing, impacting the overall rating.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes cow's milk, salt, and animal rennet. The presence of animal rennet raises concerns about sourcing and processing, impacting the overall rating.

Main concern

Animal rennet is derived from animal sources, raising ethical 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 cow's milk, a natural source of calcium and protein.
  • Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation.
  • Traditional cheese-making process may indicate quality.

Concerns

  • Animal rennet is derived from animal sources, raising ethical concerns.
  • High fat content may not be suitable for all dietary preferences.

Who should avoid this product?

This dairy may not be the best fit for:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dairy so the page answers more than a simple label list.

  • Is Cow S Milk safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Cow S Milk is used here as base. Cow's milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. Its quality is crucial for cheese production.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Kuhmilch

  • Is Salt safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement and preservation. While necessary, excessive salt intake can be a concern for some consumers.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Speisesalz

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Animal Rennet safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Animal Rennet is used here as emulsifier. Animal rennet is used to curdle the milk, essential for cheese-making. Its animal origin raises ethical concerns for some consumers.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: tierisches Lab

    Read the full ingredient profile for Animal Rennet

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: 3896787

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Mondo Italiano Netto — Parmigiano Reggiano has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: cow's milk, salt. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Animal rennet is derived from animal sources, raising ethical concerns.; High fat content may not be suitable for all dietary preferences.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We detected: milk. 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.
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Our analysis notes: Contains cow's milk, a natural source of calcium and protein.; Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation.; Traditional cheese-making process may indicate quality.. See the Pros section above.
Mondo Italiano Netto — Parmigiano Reggiano 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.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
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.
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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