Pic-A Sweet Chili Imp product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Pic-A Sweet Chili Imp Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Jack N Jill

Pic-A Sweet Chili Imp is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Jack N Jill. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Tbhq, Monosodium Glutamate, Disodium Guanylate affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The product contains several processed ingredients like monosodium glutamate and steviol glycosides, which raise quality concerns. The presence of palm oil and TBHQ as an antioxidant also indicates a highly processed composition.

Main concern

Contains TBHQ, a synthetic antioxidant, raising concerns about its safety in food products.

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 vegetable powders and spices, which can enhance flavor naturally.
  • Includes steviol glycosides as a sweetener, a natural alternative to refined sugars.
  • Uses iodized salt, which can help prevent iodine deficiency.
  • Incorporates various flours, providing a mix of textures.

Concerns

  • Contains TBHQ, a synthetic antioxidant, raising concerns about its safety in food products.
  • Includes multiple flavor enhancers like monosodium glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
  • Palm oil is present, which is often linked to environmental concerns.
  • High levels of processed ingredients like maltodextrin and dextrose may indicate lower nutritional value.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.

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: 3916458

More from this brand: Jack N Jill products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: wheat , oat , soybean

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Jack N Jill — Pic-A Sweet Chili Imp 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.
Our analysis notes: Contains vegetable powders and spices, which can enhance flavor naturally.; Includes steviol glycosides as a sweetener, a natural alternative to refined sugars.; Uses iodized salt, which can help prevent iodine deficiency.. See the Pros section above.
Jack N Jill — Pic-A Sweet Chili Imp has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: wheat, oat, soybean. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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.
This product is flagged for: Contains TBHQ, a synthetic antioxidant, raising concerns about its safety in food products.; Includes multiple flavor enhancers like monosodium glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.; Palm oil is present, which is often linked to environmental concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: corn, wheat, rice flour. See the Ingredients section above.
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Jack N Jill — Pic-A Sweet Chili Imp has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Jack N Jill products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Jack N Jill — Pic-A Sweet Chili Imp a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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