Is Peanut Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Skippy
Peanut Butter is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Skippy. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes roasted peanuts and sugar, but also hydrogenated vegetable oil, which raises concerns about processed fats. This mix of ingredients results in a moderate rating due to the presence of both good and bad components.
Main concern
Hydrogenated vegetable oil raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential health implications associated with trans fats.
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 (91%) provide a natural source of flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- The product contains no artificial flavors or colors, indicating a more natural formulation.
Concerns
- Hydrogenated vegetable oil raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential health implications associated with trans fats.
- The addition of sugar can contribute to health concerns, especially for those monitoring their sugar intake.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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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 indicates a strong peanut flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: roasted peanuts (91%)
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can enhance flavor but raises concerns about excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Bad
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as emulsifier. Hydrogenated vegetable oil is used to improve texture and shelf life but is associated with health risks due to trans fats.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: hydrogenated vegetable oil (cottonseed, soybean and rapeseed oil)
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to health issues if consumed in excess, particularly for those with hypertension.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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: 2435310
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Allergens detected: peanut , soy
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