Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Mama Cozzi's

Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Mama Cozzi's. 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 Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, L Cysteine affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The ingredient list includes enriched wheat flour and sodium aluminum phosphate, which raise concerns about processing and additives. The presence of sugar and cultured wheat starch also indicates a processed composition.

Main concern

Enriched wheat flour and sodium aluminum phosphate are processed ingredients that raise quality 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 olive oil, a good source of healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall composition.
  • The use of yeast in the crust supports fermentation, enhancing flavor and texture.

Concerns

  • Enriched wheat flour and sodium aluminum phosphate are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns.
  • The presence of sugar in multiple forms suggests a higher level of sweetness, which may not be desirable for all consumers.

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

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: 3857455

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Mama Cozzi's — Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza 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 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.
Mama Cozzi's — Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Mama Cozzi's — Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza 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.
Mama Cozzi's — Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Mama Cozzi's products. 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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The ingredient list includes enriched wheat flour and sodium aluminum phosphate, which raise concerns about processing and additives. The presence of sugar and cultured wheat starch also indicates a processed composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
This product is flagged for: Enriched wheat flour and sodium aluminum phosphate are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns.; The presence of sugar in multiple forms suggests a higher level of sweetness, which may not be desirable for all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Mama Cozzi's — Pepperoni Traditional Crust Pizza has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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