Is Philadelphia Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mondelez
Philadelphia is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Mondelez. The product scores 75/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes full fat soft cheese and stabilizer (guar gum). While the cheese provides a natural base, the presence of guar gum raises moderate concerns about processed ingredients.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes full fat soft cheese and stabilizer (guar gum). While the cheese provides a natural base, the presence of guar gum raises moderate concerns about processed ingredients.
Main concern
Guar gum is a stabilizer that, while generally safe, indicates some level of processing.
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
- Full fat soft cheese serves as a natural base, contributing to flavor and texture.
- Citric acid acts as an acidulant, enhancing taste without significant safety concerns.
Concerns
- Guar gum is a stabilizer that, while generally safe, indicates some level of processing.
- Salt is present, which can raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Full Fat Soft Cheese safe in this dairy?
Good
Full Fat Soft Cheese is used here as base. Full fat soft cheese provides a creamy texture and rich flavor, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Full fat soft CHEESE
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can be a concern for those with sodium restrictions, indicating moderate processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Guar Gum safe in this dairy?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is used to stabilize the texture of the cheese, but its presence suggests some processing, which may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabiliser (guar gum)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acidulant that enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, raising no significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acid (citric acid)
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: 3425212
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