Is Pastetli Safe? Ingredient Analysis
M-Classic
This page reviews Pastetli by M-Classic as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes margarine (palm oil, E471, E475) and sugar, indicating processed elements that raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and acidulants suggests a less natural profile.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes margarine (palm oil, E471, E475) and sugar, indicating processed elements that raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and acidulants suggests a less natural profile.
Main concern
Margarine contains palm oil, raising sustainability concerns due to deforestation issues.
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 whole egg, providing a source of protein and nutrients.
- Includes sunflower oil, which is a common cooking oil with moderate health benefits.
Concerns
- Margarine contains palm oil, raising sustainability concerns due to deforestation issues.
- Presence of emulsifiers (E471, E475) indicates processing, which may affect overall ingredient quality.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the pastry. It is a staple in many baked goods.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de blé
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Is Vegetable Margarine safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Margarine is used here as base. Vegetable margarine is used for its fat content, contributing to the pastry's flakiness. However, it contains palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: margarine végétale (huile de palme, huile de colza, eau, émulsifiants: E471, E475, acidifiant: acide citrique)
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Is Iodized Table Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Iodized Table Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is added for flavor and to prevent iodine deficiency, making it a beneficial ingredient in moderation.
Role in formula: base
Original: sel de cuisine iodé
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that provides fat and moisture, contributing positively to the texture of the pastry.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Whole Egg safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Egg is used here as base. Whole egg adds moisture, richness, and protein, enhancing the nutritional profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: œuf entier (d'élevage au sol)
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Is Barley Malt Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Flour is used here as base. Barley malt flour is used for flavor and browning, but it is a processed ingredient that may not offer significant health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de malt d'orge
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is included for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about excessive sugar intake in processed foods.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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: 4087566
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Allergens detected: egg , soy , milk , nuts
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