Is Pommes Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Delikato
Delikato's Pommes Sauce is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. 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 Modified Starch, Calcium Disodium Edta.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes modified starch and calcium disodium EDTA as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of sugar also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about its origin and 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
- Contains rapeseed oil, a source of unsaturated fats, which can be beneficial in moderation.
- Includes lime juice concentrate, providing a natural flavor component.
- Mustard adds a unique flavor profile and contains natural ingredients like mustard seeds.
Concerns
- Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about its origin and processing.
- Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative that can indicate a highly processed product.
- The presence of sugar suggests added sweetness, which may not be desirable for all consumers.
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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, contributing to its texture and consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a source of unsaturated fats, which can be beneficial for heart health when consumed in moderation.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can enhance flavor but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as flavor. Distilled vinegar adds acidity and flavor, helping to balance the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Branntweinessig
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Is Modified Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed thickening agent that may raise concerns about its origin and processing methods.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water components for a smooth texture.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Eigelb
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Is Mustard safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard contributes flavor and contains natural ingredients like mustard seeds, enhancing the sauce's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Senf (Wasser, Senfsaaten, Branntweinessig, Speisesalz, Gewürze)
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Is Table Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation due to potential health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel: Xanthan
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Is Lime Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lime Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lime juice concentrate adds a natural citrus flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Limettensaftkonzentrat
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Is Calcium Disodium Edta safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Calcium Disodium Edta is used here as preservative. Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative used to prevent spoilage, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Antioxidationsmittel: Calcium-Dinatrium-EDTA
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: 3853929
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Allergens detected: egg
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