Is Partners Chicken Grav Chicken Stock Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Waitrose
Waitrose's Partners Chicken Grav Chicken Stock is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 70/100 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 Caramel Color.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes chicken stock and various vegetables, but also contains cornflour and caramel color, indicating some processing. This raises moderate quality concerns.
Main concern
Cornflour is a processed thickening agent, which may raise concerns about the overall quality of the product.
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 chicken stock (59%) providing a rich flavor base, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Includes natural ingredients like onion, carrot, and garlic, contributing to a more authentic flavor.
- Sea salt and thyme add seasoning without excessive processing, supporting a balanced taste.
Concerns
- Cornflour is a processed thickening agent, which may raise concerns about the overall quality of the product.
- Caramel color is an artificial coloring agent, indicating some level of processing that could affect perception of quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this stock, essential for dissolving flavors and creating a liquid base.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Chicken Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chicken Extract is used here as flavor. Chicken extract provides concentrated flavor, enhancing the stock's taste profile with natural chicken essence.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chicken extract
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth and sweetness to the stock, contributing to a well-rounded flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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Is Carrot safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Carrot is used here as flavor. Carrot provides natural sweetness and color, enhancing the overall flavor and visual appeal of the stock.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: carrot
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Is Leek safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Leek is used here as flavor. Leek contributes a mild onion-like flavor, adding complexity to the stock's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: leek
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Is Parsley safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Parsley is used here as flavor. Parsley adds freshness and a hint of bitterness, balancing the flavors in the stock.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: parsley
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic enhances the stock with its pungent flavor, providing depth and richness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is White Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
White Pepper is used here as flavor. White pepper adds a mild heat and complexity to the stock without overpowering other flavors.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: white pepper
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Is Bay Leaf safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Bay Leaf is used here as flavor. Bay leaf infuses the stock with a subtle herbal aroma, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: bay leaf
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Is Sea Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for seasoning, enhancing the overall taste without excessive processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea salt
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Is Thyme safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Thyme is used here as flavor. Thyme adds an earthy flavor, complementing the other ingredients and enhancing the stock's complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: thyme
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Is Cornflour safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cornflour is used here as thickener. Cornflour acts as a thickening agent, providing a desirable texture but indicating some processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: cornflour
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Is Caramel Color safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Caramel Color is used here as colorant. Caramel color is an artificial coloring agent used to enhance appearance, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colour (plain caramel)
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: 3963524
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