Is Philadelphia Cheesecakes Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mondelez
Philadelphia Cheesecakes is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Mondelez. The product scores 45/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Carrageenan, Sugar, Sodium Carbonate affect the overall evaluation.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes carrageenan and modified starch, which are synthetic additives that raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and refined ingredients further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Carrageenan is a thickening agent that raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
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 cream cheese, providing a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes cinnamon, which can enhance the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Carrageenan is a thickening agent that raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including sugar and inverted sugar syrup, indicates excessive sweetness.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Cream Cheese Preparation safe in this food?
Medium
Cream Cheese Preparation is used here as base. Cream cheese provides a rich, creamy base for the cheesecake, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Frischkäsezubereitung
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used to enhance flavor in this product, contributing to the overall taste without significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salz
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Is Carrageenan safe in this food?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as thickener. Carrageenan is a synthetic thickener that can raise safety concerns due to its controversial status in food products.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Carrageen
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid acts as a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, contributing to the product's acidity and freshness.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citronensäure
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Is Cookie Crumbs safe in this food?
Medium
Cookie Crumbs is used here as base. Cookie crumbs provide texture and flavor but are made from refined ingredients, which may not be ideal for health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kekskrümel
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a refined carbohydrate that contributes to the structure of the cookie crumbs but lacks nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: WEIZENMEHL
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to high calorie content and raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a refined oil that may raise concerns due to processing, though it is commonly used in baked goods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Butterfat safe in this food?
Medium
Butterfat is used here as base. Butterfat adds richness and flavor but is a saturated fat that should be consumed in moderation.
Role in formula: base
Original: BUTTERREINFETT
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium carbonate is a leavening agent that can raise concerns due to its synthetic nature and potential health implications.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Natriumcarbonate
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Is Cinnamon safe in this food?
Good
Cinnamon is used here as flavor. Cinnamon adds a natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste profile of the cheesecake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zimt
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Is Cream safe in this food?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream contributes to the richness of the product but is high in saturated fat, which may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: SAHNE
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Is Egg safe in this food?
Good
Egg is used here as base. Eggs provide structure and moisture to the cheesecake, contributing positively to its texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: HÜHNERVOLLEI
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this food?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar content and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invertzuckersirup
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Is Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickening agent, but its refined nature may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stärke
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Is Modified Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient that raises concerns due to its synthetic nature and lack of nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used to enhance flavor in this product, contributing to the overall taste without significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salz
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: 3988026
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Allergens detected: tree_nut , soy
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