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Is Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pot 150g Safe? Ingredient Analysis

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Philadelphia's Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pot 150g is reviewed here as a dairy. 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 Potassium Sorbate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes potassium sorbate (E202) as a synthetic preservative, which raises concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of thickener (INS 410) also indicates processing.

Main concern

Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative, raising 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 whole milk and cream, providing a rich dairy flavor.
  • Lactic ferment contributes to the product's texture and taste.
  • Potassium sorbate is effective in preventing spoilage.
  • Thickener (INS 410) helps achieve desired consistency.

Concerns

  • Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative, raising quality concerns.
  • Thickener (INS 410) indicates processing, which may affect natural quality.
  • Contains sodium chloride, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.
  • Use of powdered whey may indicate lower quality compared to fresh ingredients.

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 dairy, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 4110444

More from this brand: Philadelphia products in Zerotox

Similar products: dairy in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

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Philadelphia — Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pot 150g has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Philadelphia products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative, raising quality concerns.; Thickener (INS 410) indicates processing, which may affect natural quality.; Contains sodium chloride, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Philadelphia — Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pot 150g 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.
Philadelphia — Philadelphia Cream Cheese Pot 150g has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains whole milk and cream, providing a rich dairy flavor.; Lactic ferment contributes to the product's texture and taste.; Potassium sorbate is effective in preventing spoilage.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: whole milk, cream, lactic ferment. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
The composition includes potassium sorbate (E202) as a synthetic preservative, which raises concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of thickener (INS 410) also indicates processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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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.

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