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Is Power Chai With Matcha Safe? Ingredient Analysis

David Rio

This page reviews Power Chai With Matcha by David Rio as a soft drink. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Natural Flavors.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sugar and maltodextrin, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and spices are present, but the overall mix indicates moderate processing.

Main concern

Sugar and maltodextrin are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness and lack of nutritional value.

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 natural spices like cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) which can enhance flavor and aroma.
  • Includes matcha (Camellia sinensis), a ceremonial green tea known for its unique taste and cultural significance.

Concerns

  • Sugar and maltodextrin are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness and lack of nutritional value.
  • Natural flavors are included, which can be vague and may involve synthetic processing.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink and why it matters.

  • Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?

    Bad

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that adds sweetness but lacks nutritional benefits, raising concerns about excessive sugar consumption.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Azúcar

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Maltodextrin safe in this soft drink?

    Medium

    Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture and sweetness, but it can contribute to high glycemic index concerns.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: maltodextrina

    Read the full ingredient profile for Maltodextrin

  • Is Black Tea Powder safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Black Tea Powder is used here as base. Black tea (Camellia sinensis) provides flavor and potential antioxidant benefits, contributing positively to the drink's profile.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: té negro en la parte inferior de la lata en polvo (Camellia sinensis)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Black Tea Powder

  • Is Natural Flavors safe in this soft drink?

    Bad

    Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors can be derived from various sources and may involve synthetic processing, raising quality concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: saborizantes naturales

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Flavors

  • Is Cinnamon Powder safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Cinnamon Powder is used here as natural_extract. Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) adds flavor and aroma, and is known for its potential antioxidant properties.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: canela en polvo (Cinnamomum verum)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Cinnamon Powder

  • Is Natural Spice Blend safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Natural Spice Blend is used here as natural_extract. A blend of natural spices enhances flavor complexity, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: mezcla de especias naturales

  • Is Matcha safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Matcha is used here as natural_extract. Matcha (Camellia sinensis) is a finely ground green tea known for its unique flavor and cultural significance, adding quality to the drink.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: té Matcha japonés (té verde ceremonial en polvo) (Camellia sinensis)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Matcha

  • Is Salt safe in this soft drink?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor balance in the drink, contributing to the overall taste experience.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: sal

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

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: 3386682

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Frequently asked questions

This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: black tea powder, cinnamon powder, natural spice blend. See the Ingredients section above.
David Rio — Power Chai With Matcha has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More David Rio products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
David Rio — Power Chai With Matcha 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.
The composition includes sugar and maltodextrin, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and spices are present, but the overall mix indicates moderate processing. 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.
This product is flagged for: Sugar and maltodextrin are processed ingredients that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness and lack of nutritional value.; Natural flavors are included, which can be vague and may involve synthetic processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
David Rio — Power Chai With Matcha has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.
Our analysis notes: Contains natural spices like cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) which can enhance flavor and aroma.; Includes matcha (Camellia sinensis), a ceremonial green tea known for its unique taste and cultural significance.. See the Pros section above.

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