Is Peanut Butter Mountain Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Signature Select
Signature Select's Peanut Butter Mountain Mix is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Artificial Colors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and palm oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colors and sweeteners further impacts the overall safety assessment.
Main concern
Contains multiple artificial colors such as Blue 1 Lake and Red 40, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
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 roasted salted peanuts, providing a natural source of protein and healthy fats.
- Includes raisins, which add natural sweetness and fiber to the mix.
Concerns
- Contains multiple artificial colors such as Blue 1 Lake and Red 40, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
- Includes palm oil and sugar, which are processed ingredients that may affect overall health quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Roasted Salted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Salted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted salted peanuts provide a natural source of protein and healthy fats, contributing positively to the snack's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: ROASTED SALTED PEANUTS (PEANUTS, PEANUT OIL, SALT)
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Is Raisins safe in this snack?
Good
Raisins is used here as base. Raisins add natural sweetness and fiber, enhancing the overall nutritional value of the mix.
Role in formula: base
Original: RAISINS (RAISINS, SUNFLOWER OIL)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed ingredient that contributes to the overall sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Palm Kernel Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Kernel Oil is used here as base. Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises health concerns due to its saturated fat content and environmental impact.
Role in formula: base
Original: PALM KERNEL OIL
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Is Artificial Colors safe in this snack?
Bad
Artificial Colors is used here as colorant. The presence of artificial colors like Blue 1 Lake and Red 40 raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential health effects.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: COLORING (INCLUDES BLUE 1 LAKE, RED 40, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 2 LAKE, BLUE 2)
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: 2393613
More from this brand: Signature Select products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: wheat , soy , milk , peanut
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