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Is Philadelphia Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Philadelphia

Philadelphia is a dairy from Philadelphia. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Carrageenan.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes carrageenan as a thickener and citric acid as an acidulant, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. Overall, the mix of ingredients indicates moderate quality and safety issues.

Main concern

Carrageenan is a thickener that raises concerns due to its potential digestive issues and is considered a synthetic additive.

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 fresh cheese and milk derivatives, which are generally accepted as good quality dairy ingredients.
  • Herbs, onion, and garlic contribute natural flavors, enhancing the product's taste without synthetic additives.

Concerns

  • Carrageenan is a thickener that raises concerns due to its potential digestive issues and is considered a synthetic additive.
  • Citric acid, while common, is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.

Who should avoid this product?

This dairy may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dairy so the page answers more than a simple label list.

  • Is Fresh Cheese safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Fresh Cheese is used here as base. Fresh cheese serves as the primary ingredient, providing a creamy texture and rich flavor. Its natural composition supports quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Frischkäse

    Read the full ingredient profile for Fresh Cheese

  • Is Milk Derivatives safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Milk Derivatives is used here as base. Milk derivatives contribute to the creamy consistency and nutritional profile, indicating a focus on dairy quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Molkenerzeugnisse (aus Milch)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Milk Derivatives

  • Is Herbs safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Herbs is used here as flavor. Herbs enhance flavor naturally, adding freshness and complexity without artificial ingredients.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Kräuter

    Read the full ingredient profile for Herbs

  • Is Onion safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Onion is used here as flavor. Onion provides a savory taste, contributing to the overall flavor profile without synthetic additives.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Zwiebel

    Read the full ingredient profile for Onion

  • Is Garlic safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds depth and richness to the flavor, enhancing the product's appeal with natural ingredients.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Knoblauch

    Read the full ingredient profile for Garlic

  • Is Table Salt safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt is used for seasoning, essential for flavor enhancement, and is a common ingredient in dairy products.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Speisesalz

    Read the full ingredient profile for Table Salt

  • Is Carob Bean Gum safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Carob Bean Gum is used here as thickener. Carob bean gum is a natural thickener that improves texture but may raise concerns about processed ingredients.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: Johannisbrotkernmehl

    Read the full ingredient profile for Carob Bean Gum

  • Is Carrageenan safe in this dairy?

    Bad

    Carrageenan is used here as thickener. Carrageenan is a synthetic thickener linked to digestive issues, raising quality concerns in this product.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: Carrageen

    Read the full ingredient profile for Carrageenan

  • Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid acts as an acidulant, providing tartness but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: Säuerungsmittel (Citronensäure)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Citric Acid

  • Is Flavoring Contains Celery safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Flavoring Contains Celery is used here as flavor. Flavoring adds taste but may include artificial components, raising concerns about ingredient transparency.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Aroma (enthält Sellerie)

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: 3519758

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Allergens detected: celery

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Frequently asked questions

Philadelphia — Philadelphia 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.
Our analysis notes: Contains fresh cheese and milk derivatives, which are generally accepted as good quality dairy ingredients.; Herbs, onion, and garlic contribute natural flavors, enhancing the product's taste without synthetic additives.. See the Pros section above.
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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.
We detected: celery. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: Carrageenan is a thickener that raises concerns due to its potential digestive issues and is considered a synthetic additive.; Citric acid, while common, is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Philadelphia — Philadelphia has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
Philadelphia — Philadelphia 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.
The composition includes carrageenan as a thickener and citric acid as an acidulant, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. Overall, the mix of ingredients indicates moderate quality and safety issues. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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