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Is Potato Crisps Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Herrs

Potato Crisps is a snack from Herrs. 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 Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Aluminum Sulfate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like corn starch and corn oil, which raise quality concerns. Sodium aluminum sulfate and sugar also contribute to a moderate rating due to their synthetic nature and potential health implications.

Main concern

Corn oil is a processed fat that may raise concerns about quality and health implications.

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

  • Dried potatoes provide a natural base, contributing to the overall flavor and texture.
  • Corn starch acts as a thickener, enhancing the crispiness of the product.
  • Soy lecithin serves as an emulsifier, improving texture and stability.
  • Leavening agents help achieve the desired lightness in the crisps.

Concerns

  • Corn oil is a processed fat that may raise concerns about quality and health implications.
  • Sodium aluminum sulfate is a synthetic leavening agent with potential health concerns.
  • Sugar is present, which can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess.
  • Dextrose is a form of sugar that adds sweetness but raises concerns about processed ingredients.

Who should avoid this product?

This snack may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid sulfates

Ingredients breakdown

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

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: 3281551

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Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

Herrs — Potato Crisps has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Herrs products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Dried potatoes provide a natural base, contributing to the overall flavor and texture.; Corn starch acts as a thickener, enhancing the crispiness of the product.; Soy lecithin serves as an emulsifier, improving texture and stability.. See the Pros 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.
Browse Herrs products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
Herrs — Potato Crisps 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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Herrs — Potato Crisps has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Corn oil is a processed fat that may raise concerns about quality and health implications.; Sodium aluminum sulfate is a synthetic leavening agent with potential health concerns.; Sugar is present, which can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis flags sodium aluminum sulfate in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.