Is Prawn Cocktail Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Woolworths Food
Prawn Cocktail is a food from Woolworths Food. 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 Colorants.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes prawn (50%) and a Marie rose sauce (50%) with several processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and colorants raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Includes sugar, which raises concerns about processed ingredients.
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 prawns (Penaeus vannamei), a source of protein and flavor.
- Marie rose sauce adds a unique taste profile to the dish.
Concerns
- Includes sugar, which raises concerns about processed ingredients.
- Colorants and other additives indicate a level of processing that may affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This food 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 food so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Prawn safe in this food?
Good
Prawn is used here as base. Prawn (Penaeus vannamei) is a natural seafood ingredient providing protein and flavor. Its inclusion supports the dish's authenticity and taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: Prawn (Penaeus vannamei)
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil (canola seed, corn seed) serves as a primary fat source in the sauce. While it provides texture, concerns exist regarding the processing of these oils.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vegetable oil [Canola seed Corn seed]
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Is Free Range Egg Yolk safe in this food?
Good
Free Range Egg Yolk is used here as base. Free range egg yolk contributes to the richness and emulsification of the sauce, indicating a higher quality compared to conventional eggs.
Role in formula: base
Original: Free range egg yolk
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used in the sauce for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about the overall healthiness of the product due to added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as base. Tomato paste adds flavor and color to the sauce, providing a natural source of taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomato paste
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Is Maize Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Maize starch is used as a thickening agent in the sauce. While it helps achieve desired consistency, it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maize starch
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor in the sauce, and its use is common in food preparation, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salt
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is included for acidity and preservation. While it is a natural acid, its presence indicates processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citric acid
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Is Colorants safe in this food?
Bad
Colorants is used here as colorant. Colorants are synthetic additives used to enhance appearance. Their inclusion raises concerns about the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Colourants
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: 3533666
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