Is Peanuts Wasabi Coated Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Khao Shong
Khao Shong's Peanuts Wasabi Coated is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 50/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Modified Tapioca Starch, Palm Oil, Maltodextrin.
50 / 100
Why score is 50
The composition includes palm oil and multiple colorants like E150d and E141, which raise concerns about synthetic additives and processing. The presence of modified starch and maltodextrin also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications associated with its consumption.
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 peanuts, a source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Wasabi adds a unique flavor profile, enhancing the sensory experience of the snack.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications associated with its consumption.
- Multiple artificial colorants (E150d, E141) indicate a highly processed product, which may affect quality perception.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the snack's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Erdnüsse
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as a binding agent in the coating, but its refined nature raises some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to enhance flavor, but its presence in processed snacks can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Modified Tapioca Starch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Tapioca Starch is used here as stabilizer. Modified tapioca starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about additives and processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: modifizierte Tapiokastärke
Read the full ingredient profile for Modified Tapioca Starch
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Is Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maisstärke
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is often criticized for health and environmental concerns, indicating a less favorable ingredient choice.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palmöl
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami flavor but contains sodium and is a processed ingredient, raising some health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sojasauce (Sojabohnen, Weizen, Salz, Wasser, Farbstoff: E150d)
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a highly processed carbohydrate that can raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maltodextrin
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive consumption can lead to health issues, making its presence a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can raise blood sugar levels, indicating a processed nature of the snack.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Wasabi safe in this snack?
Good
Wasabi is used here as flavor. Wasabi adds a distinctive flavor and may have some health benefits, contributing positively to the snack.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Wasabi 0,3%
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Is Onion Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor and provides some antioxidants, contributing positively to the overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebelpulver
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Is Stabilizer E440 safe in this snack?
Bad
Stabilizer E440 is used here as stabilizer. E440 is a synthetic stabilizer that raises concerns about additives and processing in the product.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabilisator E440
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Is Mustard safe in this snack?
Good
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard adds flavor and may have some health benefits, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Senf
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Is Colorant E141 safe in this snack?
Bad
Colorant E141 is used here as colorant. E141 is an artificial colorant that raises concerns about synthetic additives and processing.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Farbstoffe: E141
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Is Colorant E100 safe in this snack?
Medium
Colorant E100 is used here as colorant. E100 is a natural colorant but its presence alongside synthetic colorants raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E100
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: 4226152
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Allergens detected: fish , milk , tree_nuts , sesame , shellfish
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