Peanut Butter product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Peanut Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Bega

Bega's Peanut Butter is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 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 Antioxidant 320.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This peanut butter contains roasted peanuts and vegetable oil with antioxidant 320. The presence of vegetable oil raises concerns about processing and quality.

Main concern

Vegetable oil may be refined, raising concerns about processing and potential quality 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

  • Roasted peanuts (86%) provide a natural source of flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
  • The high percentage of peanuts indicates a strong peanut flavor, which is desirable for peanut butter products.

Concerns

  • Vegetable oil may be refined, raising concerns about processing and potential quality issues.
  • Antioxidant 320 (BHA) is a synthetic preservative that can raise safety concerns due to its controversial status.

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.

  • Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this food?

    Good

    Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts are the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and essential nutrients. Their high percentage supports the product's quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: ROASTED PEANUTS

    Read the full ingredient profile for Roasted Peanuts

  • Is Vegetable Oil safe in this food?

    Medium

    Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil is included to improve texture and spreadability. However, its refined nature may raise concerns about quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: VEGETABLE OIL

    Read the full ingredient profile for Vegetable Oil

  • Is Antioxidant 320 safe in this food?

    Bad

    Antioxidant 320 is used here as preservative. Antioxidant 320 (BHA) is a synthetic preservative used to prolong shelf life. Its safety is debated, which raises concerns about its inclusion.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: ANTIOXIDANT (320)

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: 4259655

More from this brand: Bega products in Zerotox

Similar products: food in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: peanut

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Bega — Peanut Butter 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This peanut butter contains roasted peanuts and vegetable oil with antioxidant 320. The presence of vegetable oil raises concerns about processing and quality. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Bega — Peanut Butter 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.
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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Bega — Peanut Butter has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Bega products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Roasted peanuts (86%) provide a natural source of flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.; The high percentage of peanuts indicates a strong peanut flavor, which is desirable for peanut butter products.. See the Pros section above.
We detected: peanut. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: roasted peanuts. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Vegetable oil may be refined, raising concerns about processing and potential quality issues.; Antioxidant 320 (BHA) is a synthetic preservative that can raise safety concerns due to its controversial status.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.

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