Is Pret Tuna Sandwich Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Pret A Manger
Pret Tuna Sandwich is a food from Pret A Manger. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like emulsifiers and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of tuna and free-range egg yolk indicates some natural components, but overall, the product is moderately processed.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like emulsifiers and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of tuna and free-range egg yolk indicates some natural components, but overall, the product is moderately processed.
Main concern
Contains emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides, which are processed and may raise quality concerns.
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 pole & line caught tuna, indicating a more sustainable fishing method.
- Includes free-range egg yolk, which is a natural ingredient with better welfare standards.
Concerns
- Contains emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides, which are processed and may raise quality concerns.
- Includes sugar in the tuna mayonnaise, contributing to unnecessary sweetness and processing.
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 Malted Wholegrain Bread safe in this food?
Medium
Malted Wholegrain Bread is used here as base. Malted wholegrain bread serves as the base of the sandwich, providing fiber and texture. However, it contains processed ingredients like emulsifiers and flour treatment agents, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Malted Wholegrain Bread (Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour (Wheat), Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Malted Wheat (Wheat), Wheat Bran (Wheat), Yeast, Wheat Gluten (Wheat), Barley Malt Flour (Barley), Salt, emulsifiers (Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Rapeseed Oil, flour treatment agent (Ascorbic Acid))
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Is Tuna Mayonnaise safe in this food?
Medium
Tuna Mayonnaise is used here as base. Tuna mayonnaise combines tuna with various ingredients, providing flavor and moisture. However, it contains sugar and emulsifiers, which indicate processing and may detract from overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tuna Mayonnaise (Pole & Line Caught Tuna (Fish (21%), Rapeseed Oil, Water, Free-Range Egg Yolk (Egg), Spirit Vinegar, Sugar, Red Onion, Cornflour, Salt, Capers, Spring Onion, Anchovy (Fish), Horseradish, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Black Pepper, Olive Oil, White Wine Vinegar)
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Is Cucumber safe in this food?
Good
Cucumber is used here as base. Cucumber adds freshness and hydration to the sandwich. It is a natural ingredient with no processing concerns, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cucumber (17%)
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: 3954843
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Allergens detected: fish , egg
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