Is Peach Mango Crumble Loaf Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Kirkland Signature
Peach Mango Crumble Loaf is a snack from Kirkland Signature. It has a Zerotox safety score of 55/100, which means it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Modified Milk Ingredients.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several synthetic additives like sodium benzoate and artificial flavor, raising quality concerns. The presence of modified ingredients and sugars indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives that raise safety 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 real fruit filling with peach and mango, providing some natural flavor.
- Includes whole eggs and butter, which are traditional baking ingredients.
Concerns
- Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives that raise safety concerns.
- Artificial flavoring is present, indicating the use of synthetic additives in flavor enhancement.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack 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 snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the loaf but raises concerns due to its high processing and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Flour is used here as base. Flour serves as a primary ingredient for structure but is refined, which may reduce nutritional value compared to whole grain alternatives.
Role in formula: base
Original: flour
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Is Soya safe in this snack?
Medium
Soya is used here as base. Soya is used for texture and moisture but can be a common allergen and is often genetically modified.
Role in formula: base
Original: soya
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent but is highly processed and may raise concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified corn starch
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Is Modified Milk Ingredients safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Milk Ingredients is used here as base. Modified milk ingredients are processed dairy components that may lack the nutritional benefits of whole milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: modified milk ingredients
Read the full ingredient profile for Modified Milk Ingredients
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Is Baking Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening agent. Baking powder is essential for leavening but contains sodium bicarbonate and acids that can be synthetic.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: baking powder
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Is Monoglycerides safe in this snack?
Bad
Monoglycerides is used here as emulsifier. Monoglycerides are synthetic emulsifiers that help blend ingredients but may raise concerns about their source and processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: monoglycerides
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Is Diglycerides safe in this snack?
Bad
Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. Diglycerides are used to improve texture but are often derived from partially hydrogenated oils, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: diglycerides
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Is Flavour safe in this snack?
Bad
Flavour is used here as flavor. Flavour refers to artificial flavoring agents that enhance taste but can be synthetic and lack transparency in sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavour
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Is Cellulose Gum safe in this snack?
Medium
Cellulose Gum is used here as thickener. Cellulose gum is a thickening agent derived from plant fibers, generally considered safe but processed.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: cellulose gum
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, though excessive consumption can have health implications.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Peach safe in this snack?
Good
Peach is used here as natural_extract. Peach is a natural fruit ingredient that adds flavor and some nutritional value, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: peach
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Is Mango safe in this snack?
Good
Mango is used here as natural_extract. Mango is a natural fruit that provides flavor and some vitamins, enhancing the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: mango
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Is Mango Puree safe in this snack?
Good
Mango Puree is used here as natural_extract. Mango puree adds moisture and natural sweetness, contributing positively to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: mango puree
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is a necessary ingredient for hydration and texture in baking, posing no quality concerns.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: water
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor enhancement and preservation but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant and is often added for freshness, though it is a synthetic form of vitamin C.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: ascorbic acid
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Is Lemon Juice safe in this snack?
Good
Lemon Juice is used here as natural_extract. Lemon juice is a natural ingredient that adds flavor and acidity, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: lemon juice
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sodium benzoate
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this snack?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that helps extend shelf life but raises concerns about its safety.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: potassium sorbate
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Is Carotene safe in this snack?
Medium
Carotene is used here as colorant. Carotene is a natural colorant that provides some nutritional benefits but is often added in processed forms.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: carotene
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Is Liquid Whole Egg safe in this snack?
Good
Liquid Whole Egg is used here as base. Liquid whole egg is a natural ingredient that provides moisture and structure, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: liquid whole egg
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as oil_fat. Canola oil is a common baking fat that is often refined, raising concerns about processing and quality.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: canola oil
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Is Toasted Coconut safe in this snack?
Good
Toasted Coconut is used here as natural_extract. Toasted coconut adds flavor and texture, providing a natural ingredient that enhances the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: toasted coconut
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Is Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter is a traditional baking fat that adds flavor and richness, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: butter
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Is Sweetened Shredded Coconut safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweetened Shredded Coconut is used here as natural_extract. Sweetened shredded coconut adds texture and sweetness but is processed and contains added sugars.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sweetened shredded coconut
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Is Sweetened Condensed Milk safe in this snack?
Bad
Sweetened Condensed Milk is used here as sweetener. Sweetened condensed milk is high in sugar and processed, raising concerns about its nutritional value.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sweetened condensed milk
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Condensed Milk
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Is Sweetened Coconut Flakes safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweetened Coconut Flakes is used here as natural_extract. Sweetened coconut flakes add texture and sweetness but are processed and contain added sugars.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sweetened coconut flakes
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Is Shortening safe in this snack?
Bad
Shortening is used here as oil_fat. Shortening is a processed fat that can contain trans fats, raising significant health concerns.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: shortening
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Is Baking Soda safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Soda is used here as leavening agent. Baking soda is a leavening agent that helps the loaf rise but can be synthetic and raises processing concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: baking soda
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: 3522881
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , coconut
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