Is Philadelphia Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mondelez International
Mondelez International's Philadelphia is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 75/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes full fat soft cheese and stabilizers like guar gum. While the cheese provides a natural base, the presence of stabilizers raises some quality concerns.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes full fat soft cheese and stabilizers like guar gum. While the cheese provides a natural base, the presence of stabilizers raises some quality concerns.
Main concern
Guar gum is a stabilizer that, while common, indicates some processing and may raise concerns for those avoiding additives.
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 is a natural ingredient that contributes to the product's creamy texture.
- Citric acid acts as an acidulant, enhancing flavor without significant safety concerns.
Concerns
- Guar gum is a stabilizer that, while common, indicates some processing and may raise concerns for those avoiding additives.
- The presence of salt can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
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.
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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 serves as the primary ingredient, providing a creamy texture and rich flavor. Its natural composition supports 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 is added for flavor enhancement, but excessive consumption can raise health concerns, particularly for sodium-sensitive individuals.
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 a plant-derived stabilizer that helps maintain texture. While generally safe, it indicates some level of processing.
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 acid used to enhance flavor and preserve freshness. It poses minimal safety concerns in this context.
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: 4091319
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Allergens detected: milk
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